Ministry of Justice · Awarded contract
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Design and Build of Rapid Deployment Cells at HMPPS Albany

Awarded 13 Mar 2025

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Awarded13 Mar 2025
Value£14,797,848.33
SupplierWates Construction Ltd
AgencyMinistry of Justice
RegionSouth East
CategoryConstruction
Ended 4mo ago1y 4mo term
Awarded 13 Mar 2025Expired 29 June 2026

About

Ministry of Justice awarded a contract to Wates Construction Ltd for the design and build of Rapid Deployment Cells (RDC) at HMPPS Albany.

The scope includes containerised, standalone accommodation units for single occupation by risk-assessed prisoners, equipped with fixed furniture and arranged in double or single storey configurations, attached to separate sleeper units and ancillary spaces such as offices, storage, association spaces, laundry facilities, serveries, and self-catering kitchen facilities.

The works contract covers foundations, hard standing, lead-up services (electric and water), drainage, and final connections (electric, water, drainage, fire alarm in cell telephony).

The contract is a two-stage Design and Build let under the PPC2000 (Amended 2013) Form of contract, with the first stage involving pre-construction surveys and design services at a cost of £545,602.43.

The contract value is AUD 14,797,848.33.

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