• London Government St Pauls

Government Facilities Management

Keeping government and public sector estates operating safely and efficiently, ensuring vital services continue and enabling civil servants to deliver the best outcomes for society.

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Public Sector Facilities Management Expertise

Our facilities services align with public service priorities, including sustainability, public safety, and efficient resource use. As part of the Crown Commercial Service Facilities Management Marketplace framework, we serve central government and public sector organisations across the UK and Northern Ireland, managing high-profile, high-security sites in regulated industries.

Services that Meet Daily FM Challenges for Government

Our job is to help make people and places the best they can be through facilities services that deliver best outcomes.

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  • Managing the complexities of government operations for seamless service integration and regulatory compliance.

  • Maintaining and updating ageing government infrastructure to modern safety and compliance standards, efficiency and technology.

  • Assisting government entities in achieving sustainability and carbon reduction targets through efficient practices and technology.

  • Tailoring robust security solutions for unique threats to government facilities, including surveillance and emergency response.

  • Providing sustainable, high-standard cleaning in government offices to ensure a smooth, efficient work environment.

  • Serving sustainably sourced nutritious, diverse catering at the highest standards for all dietary needs in government settings.

Strengthening the Resilience of Essential Services

Government and public sector estates rely on safe, compliant and resilient operations. OCS supports this by maintaining critical infrastructure and delivering essential services, including regulated cleaning, grounds care, accredited security and responsive mobile support. These services protect public spaces, uphold regulatory standards and ensure continuity across high-footfall and sensitive environments, while dependable catering provision supports teams working across diverse public settings.

Best Service Excellence for Government

Best Service Excellence aligns with government priorities to deliver safe, compliant and high-performing estates.

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  • Our safety-first approach, entrenched in our Code of Conduct and QHSE policies, guides our manner of operating. By prioritising the safety of your colleagues, communities, customers, and the environment, we create the best possible practices that help foster empathetic, secure, and impactful working cultures within your institutions and facilities.

  • The public sector serves local, national, and often international communities in various ways, experiencing high traffic and footfall at some of its facilities. We understand the need for sustained productivity within the public sector, and with our technology and people, we are poised to provide you with the smartest productivity solutions.

  • Whether your building is a new construction or an old site with significant historical value, we strive to understand the unique needs of your facility. We apply a comprehensive approach to sustain and maintain it, ensuring its durability for generations of future leaders.

  • The experiences of governmental bodies and institutions set the tone for the experiences of the public they serve. Our services provide your colleagues and the public with the best experiences that set the stage for community-building and impactful leadership.

  • Aligning with the visions of the public sector inherently means aligning with the far-reaching goals of a community or country. We answer this call with a tested combination of our technology, practices, and colleagues, all ready to work with you to achieve the best outcomes for the public you serve.

ESG Government Commitment

Responsible best practice that protects people and places

  • Aligned with Customers’ Net Zero Goals

    Working towards Net Zero targets, we support customers in meeting their sustainability commitments, helping strengthen the positive impact of their environmental initiatives.

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    Social Value, Social Mobility & Inclusion

    Responsible and sustainable management practices that protect people, communities and customers, supporting safe operations and long-term resilience.

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    Built on TRUE Values & Good Governance

    Responsible and sustainable management practices that protect people, communities and customers, supporting safe operations and long-term resilience.

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Strengthening Performance Across Government Sites

Partner with specialists who protect quality, support controlled conditions and safeguard essential public environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A public sector facilities management strategy ensures that public buildings and infrastructure remain safe, efficient and sustainable. It brings together planned maintenance, energy and resource management, effective space use and rigorous regulatory compliance to maintain high service standards and control costs. The aim is to create reliable, well-managed environments that support essential public services and improve everyday experiences for communities.

  • We provide a comprehensive array of facilities management services for government entities, including property maintenance, cleaning services, security, landscaping, waste management, technical maintenance, and overall building management.

  • Our services strictly adhere to governmental regulations and compliance standards. We have a thorough understanding of government requirements and ensure that our services align with all relevant guidelines.

  • Absolutely. We understand the diverse nature of government facilities and work closely with each entity to create customised facilities management plans that address specific needs, budget constraints, and compliance requirements.

  • Yes, we have extensive experience in managing government facilities with high security and safety requirements. Our teams are trained to adhere to strict protocols and maintain a secure environment.

  • We maintain transparent communication, detailed reporting, and accountability measures to ensure transparency in our services. Our focus on documentation and reporting ensures accountability at all levels.

  • We have a proven track record of managing large-scale projects and complex facilities within the government sector, and our expertise enables us to handle diverse challenges effectively.

  • Yes, we have successfully completed facilities management projects for various government entities. We can provide references or case studies demonstrating our expertise and successful implementations in the government sector. Please get in touch – we’d love to share them with you.

  • The public sector industry encompasses organisations and services owned and operated by the government. This includes a wide range of services such as healthcare, education, public safety, and infrastructure. The primary goal of the public sector is to provide essential services to the public and ensure the well-being and safety of citizens.

  • Yes. OCS is a strong FM partner for Government, supporting hospitals, schools, universities and local authorities with reliable, tailored services that meet specific operational and compliance needs. Our Best Service Excellence approach helps customers maintain safe, resilient and high-performing places.