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RAF Coningsby is home to two frontline, combat ready squadrons and is the training station for Typhoon pilots, as well as the Battle of Britain Memorial flight. As one of two Quick Reaction Alert Stations, it protects the UK’s southern airspace.
BAE Systems, which provides aircraft products and services to the MoD, had a requirement for a purpose-designed accommodation wing for aircraft technicians from overseas for a two-year period.
We appointed Premier following their team’s successful performance on earlier projects for BAE and so had confidence in their ability to deliver. They added value to the scheme, particularly in the design stages with the construction of a prototype bedroom in the factory to allow the client to review finishes and detailing.
The installation of the 55 modules was scheduled for when aircraft were not flying, requiring stringent logistical planning. Offsite fitting out was maximised on this project to reduce disruption on site. The modules were pre-fitted with shower rooms, kitchens, partitions, service risers, carpets, fenestration, partitions, and doors. Premier also supplied all fixed and loose furniture and fittings for the turnkey project.
Premier was awarded the £2.6m contract for thedesign and fast-track construction of the new residential wing. The two-storey accommodation building for aircraft technicians from overseas is a bespoke and highly fitted out modular scheme which was supplied on a two-year rental. This solution gave BAE the benefit of a high standard of residential accommodation which can easily be removed and repurposed when service requirements change. As the building is located on a military base, it had an enhanced steel structure and toughened glass to the windows to meet security requirements.
The new accommodation wing was Premier’s sixth modular building contract on the base and follows the completion of a new 2,800sqm squadron headquarters. The building provides 66 ensuite bedrooms, communal kitchens, laundry, and bike storage. A separate block was also constructed as part of this contract to accommodate a recreation room, prayer room, and ablution and washing facilities.
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