Houton & Lyness Linkspan Painting

What this is

Orkney Islands Council (Harbour Authority) is procuring repainting works to the linkspans at Houton and Lyness ferry terminals over a 2-year programme. Works at Houton Linkspan are to be delivered in 2026, with Lyness following in 2027. The contract covers surface preparation, coating application and associated works to the steel linkspan structures.

Key points

• Two-phase programme: Houton Linkspan 2026, Lyness Linkspan 2027 — marine environment painting works
• 60% Price weighting — competitive pricing is the primary differentiator
• Estimated value £400,000 over 2-year programme
• Submission deadline 19 June 2026 at 12:00 via Public Contracts Scotland

Who can bid

Open procedure. Financial standing per SPD. Marine/harbour structure painting and coating experience required. Works in tidal/marine environment at two Orkney ferry terminal locations.

How it is scored

Quality 40% · Price 60% 40% Technical quality (methodology, coating specification, programme, health & safety) and 60% Price.

Money

Estimated value £400,000 excluding VAT over 24-month programme.

How to submit

Tenders submitted electronically via Public Contracts Scotland portal.

Clarifications

Clarification questions via Public Contracts Scotland messaging prior to deadline of 19 June 2026 at 12:00.

Contract period

24-month contract covering two phases: Houton Linkspan 2026, Lyness Linkspan 2027. No renewal.

Classification

CPV 45442120 — Painting and protective-coating work of buildings ScotlandHighlands and IslandsOrkney