Retained fire station relying on volunteer firefighters living within 4 minutes’ travel of the site providing response to a predominantly rural area located north of the M27 within the ward of Winchester City Council.
1.Construction on a small site in close proximity to residential properties and narrow town centre streets
2. Storage of materials on a compact site
3.Meeting the client’s aspiration for an energy efficient facility
4.Mitigating risks due to close proximity to water course with the difficulty of being in a flood risk area, it compounded the the risk of completing weather sensitive works during winter months.
1. Special access was granted for the piling to get onto site. Due to access challenges, certain sized lorries were avoided where possible and asked not to drive through the narrow town centre streets. The site team also avoided driving through the town centre.
2. Just in time deliveries minimised the need for materials storage and HIWFRS allowed the team to use their temporary car park for storage of materials such as bricks and blocks.
3.Energy efficient and carbon reducing features included:
4. Through early investigations, the site was known to have a high water table, particularly in the NW corner of the site. The site was 50m away from the water table which meant there was particular dangers of a flooding if not carefully mitigated. The team monitored the weather closely and where possible maximised weather sensitive works on days where conditions were correct. Fortunately, the project remained mainly dry throughout which meant minimal disruption was caused. The solution included moving the new fire station slightly further away from the risk area. The design was also developed to accommodate additional ducts.
1. A brand new fire station with training facilities helping the fire service make life safer. In addition bespoke community engagement spaces will benefit the people of Bishop’s Waltham and the wider county.
2. Minimal storage required without any impact on the local community’s roads and access.
3. An energy efficient fire station utilising the latest technologies.
Regular payments and have payment periods not exceeding 30 days
93% waste diverted from landfill
100% timber responsibly sourced
Bird and bat nesting bricks integrated into fabric of building
Zero RIDDORs
CCS Score 43
94% local spend
21 beneficiaries
8 jobs created
251 trainee weeks
Schools engagement: 1,011 students
£3,106 donations to charity
181 volunteer hours
£1.64 LM3
78% social value created
Sensory garden/outdoor classroom space built for the local Bishop’s Waltham Junior School
All the pupils from Bishops Waltham Infants School have visited the new fire station and get to keep a copy of the handprint tree signage they designed for the site hoarding.
Soft landings for handover
Dedicated Morgan Sindall point of contact
On-line portal for notifying any defects with 3 priority categories for response times
Email: james.wright@hants.gov.uk
Phone: 07761 330560
Email: alan.smedley@morgansindall.com
Phone: 07967 686066
London
Client
The Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime
Contractor
Morgan Sindall
Value
£24.36m
Contract Period
75 weeks
Complete refurbishment of 120,000 sq-ft Police station, in 3 phases whilst in occupation. Key to the project was to maintain all services whilst the custody suites and office areas remain occupied. Refurbishment including all new mechanical and electrical installations, new raised floors, IT, security, lifts, raised floors, ceiling, joinery, toilets together with renovation of roof, windows, doors, repair and replacement of render and external redecoration. New air-conditioning plant was installed at the ground floor with the creation of a plant enclosure in the central courtyard as a solution because we were not allowed to use cranes to lift plant.
Fair Payment Charter
Sustainable Development Charter
Health & Safety Charter
Legacy Charter
Handover & Aftercare Contractor Promise
Whilst on site, the project team were involved in a bake off raising over £1,000 towards the Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity.
Working in live police station
Working in a live police station with the busiest custody in Europe with 2 armouries that Police need to have constant daily access to allow them to load ammunition and guns to guard prominent buildings in the capital. We had to coordinate with vans with up to 80 prisoners a week being unloaded and loaded in into the courtyard being delivered to the custody suite, whilst keeping the area safe secure for all.
To manage the security levels and keep a fast programme of works, there was a high level of communication and awareness of the police requirements. There was a daily, sometimes hourly, dialog to understand each other’s needs; we had to listen and be flexible and sensitive to the requirements of the Police, sometimes changing the programme to suit operational needs.
We divided the building into sections where the Overbury workforce were not allowed so the Police could carry on policing unhindered.
Deliveries logistics
Working in central London with close proximity to many cafes bars restaurants with no available parking for visitors’ and operatives’ cars, and no unloading area for deliveries.
To manage the deliveries, we needed a phone notification from drivers of delivery lorries whose arrival was imminent, this was taken by our logistics team who either took in the delivery or alerted the subcontractor, so an efficient unload was carried out and materials stacked away promptly to point of work.
We let all the surrounding businesses know who we were with programmes and contact names and mobiles numbers.
There was a high level complaint to the Police and Council regarding construction work causing noise and dust affecting their business, this was caused by another contractor who was working nearby. We met the manager of the restaurant and developed a good relationship with her and helped them continue their business once more with advice and meetings.
Site office location
We needed an area for site office set up and access onto site. We didn’t have an area available inside Charing Cross for site offices and we couldn’t put cabins on the pavement or roof. Westminster Council didn’t allow cabins outside a construction zone so special permission was sought to another solution.
We formed a scaffold all the way around the building with a gantry for cabins which held the site offices, canteen, toilets, meeting rooms, subcontractor office, and changing rooms. We built a security point so we could check all our workforce in and out. The entrance to the workplace was through windows in our secured areas.
Our Success
Our Learnings
Value Added
Contract | Gateway 2 Planning | Gateway 3 Contract Agreement | Variation | Gateway 4 Handover | Variation |
Cost | £23,519,050 | £22,708,452 | -£811,000 | £24,372,709 | £1,664,338 |
Time | 80 weeks | 72 weeks | -8 weeks | 68 weeks | -4 weeks |
Contact: Alan Smedley, Framework Manager
Email: alan.smedley@morgansindall.com
The new Hendon Driving Academy provides driver and investigative training for a wide variety of vehicles ranging from cars, motorbikes, mini buses, lorries to heavy goods vehicles (HGV). It includes classrooms with permanent training equipment in place, supplementary lockers to the main complex, changing facilities for approximately 120-160 staff and students daily, office accommodation, covered vehicle storage/inspection, workshop areas and fuel storage. There is also a requirement for a large yard area for use in various types of vehicle training maneuvers including HGV, hostile evasion techniques and slow speed “escort” motorbike training (the 175m “wobble road”).
The construction of the building itself comprises a light-weight single storey steel frame with insulated prefinished clad exterior. Front facing elevations are finished with a brick slip to match the local vernacular. Internal fit-out consists of drywall construction, suspended ceilings and full MEP systems. Substantial external works, including security fencing, soft and hard landscaping and tarmac vehicle training and testing areas surround the building.
The existing Met Driving Academy facilities located at Hendon are life expired and no longer fit for purpose. The old building is of poor condition and quality, with significant maintenance issues. Refurbishment to current standards and decant of training during construction proved to be uneconomic.
The Metropolitan Police Service appointed Mace via the SCF to deliver their new driving academy, the project represents a significant investment as part of the Met’s Estate Transformation Programme. The project was a follow on to the new training college which Mace successfully delivered in 2016.
Positive relationships between all parties enabled the project to proceed smoothly through joined up decision making and a ‘can do’ approach. Agreeing early the project KPIs drove the project towards the goal of completion on time, with minor defects and final accounts completed as package contractors concluded their works.
The construction of the building itself comprises a light-weight single storey steel frame with insulated prefinished clad exterior. Front facing elevations are finished with a brick slip to match the local vernacular. Internal fit-out consists of drywall construction, suspended ceilings and full MEP systems. Substantial external works, including security fencing, soft and hard landscaping and tarmac vehicle training and testing areas surround the building.
The new Hendon Driving Academy provides driver and investigative training for a wide variety of vehicles ranging from cars, motorbikes, mini buses, lorries to heavy goods vehicles (HGV). It includes classrooms with permanent training equipment in place, supplementary lockers to the main complex, changing facilities for approximately 120-160 staff and students daily, office accommodation, covered vehicle storage/inspection, workshop areas and fuel storage.
Positive relationships between all parties have enabled the project to proceed smoothly through joined up decision making and a ‘can do’ approach.
Agreeing early the project KPIs is driving the project towards the goal of completion on time, with zero defects and final accounts completed as package contractors conclude their works.
Working with the supply chain in a two-stage environment has added value to both the design and construction. For example, the required security standards were already known by the supply chain contractors making delivery and the likelihood for error far reduced.
100% payment within 30 days terms
97% waste diverted from landfill
CCS Score 41/45
Handover & Aftercare Plan
176 training weeks for Apprentices
The site team volunteered time in the adjacent Colindale Gardens development, helping to establish a nature trail and supporting general upkeep.
Email: james.wright@hants.gov.uk
Phone: : 07761 330560
Email: david.chambers@macegroup.com
Phone: 07789 514895
London
Project Team
Architects: Capita
Electrical: Capita
MEP: Capita
The project was a design and build development of Oakleigh Road South Vehicle Depot to create a Barnet Council vehicle depot and a base for their fleet of 46 household recyclable waste collection vehicles.
There were several challenges faced throughout this project. There was restricted access on a long and narrow site which caused difficulties when trying to overcome other challenges such as dealing with the below ground water, removing underground drainage structures and the buried hazardous waste.
To overcome the narrow site, the Willmott Dixon team worked in a ‘patchwork’ fashion, sectioning off the works and moving operations around to keep the access road fully open throughout the build.
Willmott Dixon found existing sewers and then got permission from Thames Water to use them instead for the below ground water. They found a solution using a land drain pump to drain the ground water which was causing surface water.
Now built, the depot will allow Barnet Council to operate its vehicle maintenance and recycling collection fleet from single coordinated site, ensuring the most efficient service for residents across the borough. The construction also consisted of a tractor barn and car parking, together with associated ancillary facilities, a recycling waste transfer building and bulking facility, a two storey office and welfare building.
New Apprenticeships
Raised levels by introducing engineered ground geotextile, saving £720k
Resulting in programme saving £110k
Added surveys resulting in reduced risk on hazardous waste, saving £205k
Regular payments and payment periods did not exceed 30 days
Early contractor engagement realised that by raising finished floor levels by introducing an engineered ground geotextile design produced a saving of c£720k, helping significantly reduce excavated materials
Zero RIDDORs
2 starter apprentices who went on to gain full time graduate employment
SCF handover and aftercare promised carried out
Email: alex.nelhams@hants.gov.uk
Phone: 07717 003869
Email: guy.dawes@willmottdixon.co.uk
Phone: 07989179444
Exeter
The main challenges relating to this project were optimising the design to meet budget and making sure the design of the custody cells were Ministry of Justice compliant.
Early appointment formed an ‘integrated team’ newly formed with common agreed objectives were able to de-risk prior to any works commencing on site. This aided and protected final account predictability which contributed to completing on time and on budget.
Built to Ministry of Justice standards using the Yellow book design guide providing first-class accommodation for solicitors and partners has been incorporated in the design, including interview rooms and medical suites. The custody centre will use modern technology to monitor the health of vulnerable detainees and offers a virtual courts system. The linked-hub buildings provide modern office and meeting space for all operational police functions.
Completed on time and on budget. Willmott Dixon worked collaboratively with their Works Partner of the Year, Stephenson Group, to reduce the in-situ concrete frame programme by 12 weeks Exeter Police Station met all the requirements for Time, Cost and Quality achievements: defect free, on budget and handed over on time after being completed two weeks early. The project used 67% Mandated Suppliers and 82% Cat A suppliers, proving that building closer relationships builds trust and improves quality and service BREEAM Excellent certification accredited to design stage and is in UK’s top 10% sustainable buildings.
6 work placements and 6 ex-offenders trained in Willmott Dixon’s Building Lives Academy
within 50 miles of the site
99% of regular payments and payment periods did not exceed 30 days
The facility uses 22% less energy than a traditional building of the same size, generates 68kwh of electricity a year from solar panels and carbon generated from its construction has been offset
Zero RIDDORs
Held 100 school children visits
1,600 students engaged at career events and workshops
2 ex-military personnel joined the construction industry
Zero defects at handover & aftercare
Email: kingsley.clarke@devon.gov.uk
Phone: 07805760622
Email: guy.dawes@willmottdixon.co.uk
Phone: 07989179444
Client
South Devon Healthcare
NHS Foundation Trust
Project Manager
South Devon Healthcare
NHS Foundation Trust
Architect
Avanti
Contractor
Interserve
Value
£9.1m
Contract Period
90 weeks
Procurement Type
Design & Construct
Form of Contract
NEC (Option A)
with activity schedules
Size
2625m2
Local SME’s employed
60% within 30 miles
20% within 60 miles
20% over 60 miles
This major investment project for the hospital delivered a 14-bed Critical Care Unit that has all the associated technology and equipment required to provide a modern, patient focused environment. A dedicated facility for relatives recognises the emotional effect on families and friends that can occur when loved ones are in hospital. This is transforming the delivery of care for patients, visitors and staff.
A warm and inviting new main entrance was built with pleasant waiting and café areas, a shop and additional public amenities. A new health and wellbeing zone offers the opportunity for advice, support and carer liaison services.
The project was delivered on a very busy hospital site and adjacent to the Accident and Emergency department. The building has been designed and constructed with the future capability of extending upwards to provide an additional two ward floors.
A 23 week enabling phase included extensive intrusive surveys, services diversions (telecoms, water, steam main), bus stop relocation, and the demolition of the existing shop and main entrance.
We relocated the main entrance of the hospital to Level 2 (instead of Level 4) temporarily whilst the works were carried out, this included redirection of traffic whilst ensuring the ambulance route remained free at all times.
Delivery on a busy hospital site.
All works were carried out in strict coordination with the Trust’s Estates department, and included consultation with stakeholders to implement logistics planning and out-of-hours working. Liaison with ward matrons to agree mitigation measures, i.e. infection prevention procedures, took place prior to works being undertaken. The welfare and absolute minimisation of disturbance to patients, visitors and hospital staff was of paramount importance throughout the contract programme.
Our Success
Our Learnings
Value Added
Contract | Gateway 3 Contract Formation | Gateway 4 Final Account | Variation |
Cost | £8,813,488 | £9,912,651 | £1m – change in glazed screens with integral blinds |
Time | 3/2/17 | 24/2/17 | 3 weeks due to a large void being found during enabling works. |
Average CCS Score: 41
Cost per sqm: £3445
Contact:
Email:
Client
Surrey Police
Project Manager
Pick Everard
Architect
Mace Design
Contractor
Mace
Value
£5 million
Project Dates
2013
Procurement Type
2 Stage Fixed Price Lump Sum
Form of Contract
JCT Design and Build 2011
Size
1,600 square metres
Apprentices Employed
2
This project provides Surrey Police with a new Custody Centre. The works comprise fit out of an existing Client owned warehouse building into a Police Custody Facility with 24 cells, charge area, vehicle dock, plant rooms, ancillary rooms for staff and solicitors, reception and a locker room with washing areas.
A key part of the building is the provision of the cells for which Mace has developed in conjunction with supplier Wernick a prefabricated solution. Integration of the ICT is also a key element of the project and Mace sought early agreement to enable the client’s installer to commence works with a successful early handover of the TER (Technical Equipment Room).
Fair Payment Charter
The Mace team worked hand in glove with the Pick Everard client team ensuring payments were always made within the agreed timescales.
Sustainable Development Charter
Prefabricated off-site manufactured custody cells reduced not only saved time and cost but also significantly reduced waste to landfill.
Handover & Aftercare Contractor Promise
The project was handed over on time and on budget, with our Mace M&E Manager staying on for 4 weeks after PC to support the building operation.
Health & Safety Charter
The site achieved an exemplary safety record with no accidents during the construction programme.
Careers
Local Community
Integration of client ICT contractor.
Early engagement and agreement on logistics and programme.
Early order placement and construction of prefabricated cell units.
Delivering the project in line with the client’s budget following an extensive VE exercise, whilst maintaining the operational and robust construction requirements.
Engagement with tried and tested Mace supply chain members.
Using lessons learnt and tried and tested design solutions from previous Met Police Custody Projects.
Excellent working relationship and problem resolution with Clients team.
Delivering the project in a fast track 27 weeks.
Excellent working relationship and problem resolution with Clients team.
Our Success
Our Learnings
Value Added
Contract | Gateway 3 Contract Formation | Gateway 4 Final Account | Variation |
Cost | £5,008,192 | £5,016,196 | 0.16% |
Time | 27 weeks | 27 weeks | 0% |
Apprentices: 2
Average CCS score: 34/40
Waste diverted from landfill: 99%
Cost per Sqm: c£3135
Contact: Nick Abbey, iESE Framework Director
Email: Nick.Abbey@macegroup.com
Contact: David Chambers, iESE Framework Manager
Email: David.Chambers@macegroup.com
Contact: Allan Cowie, Senior PM Pick Everard
Email: allancowie@pickeverard.co.uk