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Government Facilities Management

We’re proud to be playing a crucial role in helping to keep government and public sector facilities operating efficiently, providing essential services for civil servants to thrive.

Public Sector in Numbers

We’re on a mission to make people and places the best they can be and we understand the importance of maintaining the best places for people to work, relax and play.

  • Trust

    121yrs

    History and experience in facilities services

  • Technical Inspections

    50+

    Contracts

  • 7400

    Colleagues

  • Growth

    1150

    Sites

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Facilities management services to fit your needs

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.

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Services to overcome the daily 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.

  • 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.

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

  • Discreet, effective pest control throughout government facilities, ensuring hygiene and maintaining public and civil servants’ health.

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

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

Elevating public spaces, security, and services

We work with central and local government and other public sector bodies to provide the daily services while supporting service transformation.

We pride ourselves on safeguarding public spaces with specialised cleaning services and grounds maintenance. Our mobile teams adapt to your needs, positively impacting communities. Accredited security services, including control rooms, CCTV, and guarding, ensure peace of mind. Elevate your experience with our catering solutions, offering hospitality and delicious meals from bus depots to weddings.

Government FM

Our mission’s BEST strategy and ethos addresses five areas of concern highlighted by industry leaders in reference to facilities management: Experiences, Productivity, Practices, Resilience and Outcomes.

Our Mission & Best Strategy

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Supporting the Government with their sustainability goals

We are dedicated to improving the communities we work in. Beyond inclusive hiring practices and diverse representation, we collaborate with organisations such as Ingeus in the government sector to help individuals secure employment opportunities.

This actively contributes to getting people into employment and supporting them in their journey toward sustainable careers. By actively participating in community-building initiatives and partnering with employability organisations, we play a vital role in enhancing the overall well-being of our communities.

Investing in Social Value initiatives such as grow gardens to improve communities
Creating positive change in our contribution to UK net zero goals
Social Value

Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

  • A facilities management strategy in the public sector involves the comprehensive planning and management of public buildings and infrastructure to ensure they are safe, efficient, and sustainable.

    This strategy includes regular upkeep of facilities to ensure they are functional and safe for public use, implementing practices to reduce energy consumption and promote sustainability, efficiently utilising space to meet the needs of public services and the community, ensuring all facilities meet regulatory standards and safety requirements, and optimising resources to manage costs effectively while maintaining high service standards.

    The goal is to create a well-maintained, safe, and efficient environment that supports the delivery of public services and enhances the quality of life for citizens.

  • 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.

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