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Contractor sought to complete refurbishment works of 2 lighthouses situated on the Isle of Man.

The Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) have published a below threshold - open competition notice seeking a contractor to complete refurbishment works of 2 lighthouses situated on the Isle of Man, Maughold head and Douglas Head. This will involve application of external and internal decorative & protective coatings, along with some minor civils work at each site, including removal and addition of flooring, minor metalwork and window works. Full details will be in the tender documents and Bill of Quantities.

NLB require interested contractors to attend a mandatory site visit between 10th and 12th September 2026 (dates will be confirmed with interested suppliers asap) and the work is expected to start in early November 2026.

Unfortunately, NLB will not accept tenders from suppliers who do not attend this site visit.

Please note that contractors will need to hold or arrange a works permit to complete these works on the Isle of Man before the estimated start date, expected to be November 2026.

CPV classifications  45442110 - Painting work of buildings.

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Tender submission deadline 29/09/2026 Time: 12:00