Major Refurbishment of Port Ellen Lighthouse

The primary objective of this project is to complete a full refurbishment of Port Ellen Lighthouse to preserve its structural condition, meet current safety standards, and maintain the reliable operation of the Aids to Navigation.

The works will deliver a full internal and external repaint in line with the 10-year maintenance cycle, carry out essential repairs to metalwork, masonry, doors, windows and safety systems, and address any emerging defects. The outcome will extend the service life of the asset, reduce reactive maintenance requirements, and support a safe and functional environment for inspections and planned interventions.

The works will be delivered with minimal disruption to operational services and in accordance with Northern Lighthouse Board procurement procedures and project governance requirements.

Scope of contract

This contract covers the full refurbishment of Port Ellen Lighthouse. The works include internal and external painting, repairs to masonry, metalwork, windows, doors, and other fabric elements, as well as servicing or replacement of access and safety fittings. This is a one-off project aimed at extending the operational life of the lighthouse and reducing future maintenance requirements.

Details of What Is Being Procured

The contract will include:

•Fabrication of replacement footbridge.

•Mobilise to site and establish welfare facilities.

•Set up the site.

•Dismantle/ remove the existing footbridge.

•Install replacement footbridge.

•Remove redundant solar array support beams.

•Carryout ventilation improvements.

•Fabricate and install storm windows.

•Remove external cable tray.

•Prepare and redecorate the tower internally.

•Prepare and redecorate the tower externally.

•Replace existing rainwater goods.

•Clear the site.

Please note that there will be a site visit to allow Tenderers to view the works required prior to the closing date. It is important that Tenderers or their representative(s) attend the site visit, any Tenderers submitting a tender that have not attended the site visit, will not be considered. Site visit will be conducted 25 November 2025. Please request a site visit via Delta eSourcing and provide names, mobile numbers of representatives attending site To view this notice, please click here:

https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1003974798