Houton & Lyness Linkspan Painting
Details
- Value
- £400,000
- Topic
- Painting and protective-coating work of structures
- Published
- 11 May 2026
- Submission
- 12 June 2026
Tender description
This procurement is for works to repaint the Linkspans at Houton and Lyness Ferry Terminals over two years with works at Houton Linkspan being delivered in 2026 and then Lyness in 2027. The works include the cleaning, blasting and painting of the linkspan bridge and associated steel structures along with replacement of corroded bolts other steelwork where required. Lot 1: The project objectives are to carry out vital maintenance works to 2 No. Linkspans at Houton and Lyness: prolonging the operational life of both structures by removing corrosion and applying protective paint coatings to the structures and remove and replace minor corroded components, along with repairs to railings on the ferry berth. The works are located on an active ferry berth, consequently, there will be a need to ensure that lifeline ferry services between Houton, Lyness and Flotta are maintained throughout. This will require careful planning and phasing of operations.
Timeline
- Completed: Tender published11 May 2026Current notice
- Completed: Submission date12 June 2026
About the buyer
Orkney Islands Council is the local authority for the Orkney Islands, and buys through a dedicated procurement service led by a service manager. Construction works are sourced through a Dynamic Purchasing System open to approved contractors. Smaller purchases are assessed directly by individual council officers, with formal written quotations sought above a lower threshold. Suppliers must also meet a sustainable procurement policy covering environmental and social standards.
Over the past 5 years, most of Orkney Islands Council's contract awards have been in repair and maintenance, transport equipment and architectural and engineering services.
Decision makers
Connect with the people behind this procurement.
| Contact name | Job title | Phone number | Work email |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head of Procurement | +44 •••• •••••• | ••••••••@orkney-islands-council.gov | |
| Commercial Director | +44 •••• •••••• | ••••••••@orkney-islands-council.gov | |
| Procurement Manager | +44 •••• •••••• | ••••••••@orkney-islands-council.gov | |
| Category Lead | +44 •••• •••••• | ••••••••@orkney-islands-council.gov | |
| Senior Buyer | +44 •••• •••••• | ••••••••@orkney-islands-council.gov | |
| Contracts Manager | +44 •••• •••••• | ••••••••@orkney-islands-council.gov |
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