Current status
Project status
1
Initial planning
Deciding the scope of works
Project status
2
Project design and approval
Finalising the project specification, budget and programme
Project status
3
Project status
4
Completion
End of works and the defects period
Project details
The tables below outline the proposed scope of works to each block.
| Work Element | Description of Works |
|---|---|
| Access required |
Full scaffold expected to enable safe access for working from height. This is required to complete roof repairs, window renewal works and external brickwork/pointing and rendering repairs. Access will also be required into the residents’ properties to undertake a number of the work elements described. |
| Chimney repairs | Allow for repointing, clean all staining and renew flaunching. |
| Photo voltaic panels | The existing PV panels will need to be lifted set aside and reinstated after roof works. |
| Lightning protection | Survey required to verify any requirement to install a Lightning Protection System. All lightning protection system works to comply with BS EN 62305 |
| Communal walkways |
Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt on communal walkways. The service provider is to renew the waterproof granular paint system. Isolated replacement of Georgian wired glazed panels where cracked, replace putty/beading throughout. |
| Balcony works |
Replace broken panels of reinforced glazing and redecorate all timber handrails and metal framework. Allow for timber handrail replacement where necessary. Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt to tenanted property balconies. |
| Rainwater goods | Test and repair of rainwater goods including replacements of elements which are beyond repair. Test upon completion to ensure all rainwater goods systems are free of leaks. |
| Facias | Refix lose sections and renew where required |
| Below ground drainage | CCTV drainage survey required. Repairs as required based on findings. |
| Movement joints | Movement joints and mastic sealant works – rake out and replace with new where required |
| Glazing and windows |
Full window and balcony door replacement – UPVC - with self-cleaning double glazing and tilt and turn is to be considered for these installations. Replacement of damaged/missing window ironmongery where required |
| Block signage | The Service Provider is to renew all external block signage and internal block and floor level signage. |
| External repairs | Replace cracked or spalled bricks and clean all staining and carry out pointing repairs where necessary on all external areas. Allow for crack repairs, removal and reinstatement of blown plaster and ensure new render is stabilised / sealed prior to decorating. |
| Timber repairs |
Joinery and resin repairs to all defective timber elements (including items such as handrails). Painting all previously painted timber surfaces, including strip and preparation where required. Tank room and storage shed repairs to include wholesale carpentry repairs where necessary. |
| Metal work repairs |
Decoration of all previously painted metalwork including external boundary treatments. To include full preparation and repairs and replacement of missing or defective elements. Bin chute hatches – Smoke seals to be upgraded to BS7386. If beyond repair, hatch to be replaced to fire rated cover. |
| External decorations | External decorations to all previously decorated surfaces. Including rainwater goods, bin storage rooms, storage sheds, railings, and boundary walls. |
| Communal flooring |
Repairs to existing non–covered flooring to ensure surfaces are safe, cleanable, maintainable, and free of defects. Replacement of existing floor coverings including associated components to ensure flooring is safe, cleanable, and maintainable |
| Internal decorations |
Redecoration of all previously decorated internal surfaces. Class 0 performance required to walls, ceilings, strings and soffits. |
| Internal repairs | Repairs to internal fabric finishes ensuring they are sound, consistent, and ready to receive redecoration. |
| Balustrades | Replace broken glass to metal framed balustrade with reinforced glass panels and redecorate timber handrail and metal framework |
| Lighting | Replace existing lighting / install new energy efficient LED alternative systems to comply with current regulatory requirements. |
| Electrical power | Renew existing electrical power supply installations, install the new systems in compliance with current regulatory requirements. |
| Lateral mains |
Renew the existing lateral mains installation across the block and to all dwellings and landlords' supplies as required. Carry out an assessment of the existing containment, if the existing containment cannot be utilized, provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. |
| BT cables | Engage with BT to tidy and provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. Strip out all redundant cabling. |
| Boiler and flues |
Survey/review and identify existing boiler flues, which need to be extended to protect the building fabric. Extend the flues where required where required. Survey/review pressure relief pipe to external walls to prevent hot water scalding. |
| Water tanks (including associated pipework and valves) |
Replace existing cold water storage tanks with new where necessary. To include complete removal of all redundant equipment and pipework. The contractor to review the size of each tank and reduce where possible the risk of stagnation etc. Supply, install and connect all associated pipework, valves, fittings, and overflow/ warning devices associated with water tank replacement. Provide valve charts and labelling associated with the works. To include water treatment on completion and new thermal insulation. |
| Fire safety works |
Westminster City Council’s latest fire risk assessments to be reviewed and works to be carried out as necessary. Ensure the works are fully compliant with all current regulatory requirements. Install appropriate fire stopping to riser compartment. |
| Environmental works |
All tenanted properties to have a Nuaire humidistat Cyfan fan installed in to both the kitchen and the bathroom and a Nuaire Flatmaster2000 PIV in the hallway. In the event that a property has a suitable existing fan in either kitchen or bathroom or both then there is no need to replace the existing fan/fans. |
| Sustainability |
Service provider to consider all possible measures to reduce carbon emissions from all properties. • Floor & wall insulation where possible. |
| Asbestos management | Live asbestos for the blocks is shared with the contractor, however any further R&D surveys to be carried out as required to ensure safe working practises. |
| External landscaping (walls and paving) |
Re-bed paving flags where necessary to front and rear and allow for replacement of cracked or broken flags. Refill area of failed tarmac where necessary. Allow for the replacement of cracked/ spalled bricks and repointing to other boundary walls. |
| Resident access gates | Carry out repairs to resident rear access gates and replace where necessary. |
| Door entry system |
Provide new door entry system as per WCC specification. Provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated |
| Work Element | Description of Works |
|---|---|
| Access required |
Full scaffold expected to enable safe access for working from height. This is required to complete roof repairs, window renewal works and external brickwork/pointing and rendering repairs. Access will also be required into the residents’ properties to undertake a number of the work elements described. |
| Chimney repairs | Allow for repointing, clean all staining and renew flaunching. |
| Photo voltaic panels | The existing PV panels will need to be lifted set aside and reinstated after roof works. |
| Lightning protection | Survey required to verify any requirement to install a Lightning Protection System. All lightning protection system works to comply with BS EN 62305 |
| Communal walkways |
Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt on communal walkways. The service provider is to renew the waterproof granular paint system. Isolated replacement of Georgian wired glazed panels where cracked, replace putty/beading throughout. |
| Balcony works |
Replace broken panels of reinforced glazing and redecorate all timber handrails and metal framework. Allow for timber handrail replacement where necessary. Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt to tenanted property balconies. |
| Rainwater goods | Test and repair of rainwater goods including replacements of elements which are beyond repair. Test upon completion to ensure all rainwater goods systems are free of leaks. |
| Facias | Refix lose sections and renew where required |
| Below ground drainage | CCTV drainage survey required. Repairs as required based on findings. |
| Movement joints | Movement joints and mastic sealant works – rake out and replace with new where required |
| Glazing and windows |
Full window and balcony door replacement – UPVC - with self-cleaning double glazing and tilt and turn is to be considered for these installations. Replacement of damaged/missing window ironmongery where required |
| Block signage | The Service Provider is to renew all external block signage and internal block and floor level signage. |
| External repairs | Replace cracked or spalled bricks and clean all staining and carry out pointing repairs where necessary on all external areas. Allow for crack repairs, removal and reinstatement of blown plaster and ensure new render is stabilised / sealed prior to decorating. |
| Timber repairs |
Joinery and resin repairs to all defective timber elements (including items such as handrails). Painting all previously painted timber surfaces, including strip and preparation where required. Tank room and storage shed repairs to include wholesale carpentry repairs where necessary. |
| Metal work repairs |
Decoration of all previously painted metalwork including external boundary treatments. To include full preparation and repairs and replacement of missing or defective elements. Bin chute hatches – Smoke seals to be upgraded to BS7386. If beyond repair, hatch to be replaced to fire rated cover. |
| External decorations | External decorations to all previously decorated surfaces. Including rainwater goods, bin storage rooms, storage sheds, railings, and boundary walls. |
| Communal flooring |
Repairs to existing non–covered flooring to ensure surfaces are safe, cleanable, maintainable, and free of defects. Replacement of existing floor coverings including associated components to ensure flooring is safe, cleanable, and maintainable |
| Internal decorations |
Redecoration of all previously decorated internal surfaces. Class 0 performance required to walls, ceilings, strings and soffits. |
| Internal repairs | Repairs to internal fabric finishes ensuring they are sound, consistent, and ready to receive redecoration. |
| Balustrades | Replace broken glass to metal framed balustrade with reinforced glass panels and redecorate timber handrail and metal framework |
| Lighting | Replace existing lighting / install new energy efficient LED alternative systems to comply with current regulatory requirements. |
| Electrical power | Renew existing electrical power supply installations, install the new systems in compliance with current regulatory requirements. |
| Lateral mains |
Renew the existing lateral mains installation across the block and to all dwellings and landlords' supplies as required. Carry out an assessment of the existing containment, if the existing containment cannot be utilized, provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. |
| BT cables | Engage with BT to tidy and provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. Strip out all redundant cabling. |
| Boiler and flues |
Survey/review and identify existing boiler flues, which need to be extended to protect the building fabric. Extend the flues where required where required. Survey/review pressure relief pipe to external walls to prevent hot water scalding. |
| Water tanks (including associated pipework and valves) |
Replace existing cold water storage tanks with new where necessary. To include complete removal of all redundant equipment and pipework. The contractor to review the size of each tank and reduce where possible the risk of stagnation etc. Supply, install and connect all associated pipework, valves, fittings, and overflow/ warning devices associated with water tank replacement. Provide valve charts and labelling associated with the works. To include water treatment on completion and new thermal insulation. |
| Fire safety works |
Westminster City Council’s latest fire risk assessments to be reviewed and works to be carried out as necessary. Ensure the works are fully compliant with all current regulatory requirements. Install appropriate fire stopping to riser compartment. |
| Environmental works |
All tenanted properties to have a Nuaire humidistat Cyfan fan installed in to both the kitchen and the bathroom and a Nuaire Flatmaster2000 PIV in the hallway. In the event that a property has a suitable existing fan in either kitchen or bathroom or both then there is no need to replace the existing fan/fans. |
| Sustainability |
Service provider to consider all possible measures to reduce carbon emissions from all properties. • Floor & wall insulation where possible. |
| Asbestos management | Live asbestos for the blocks is shared with the contractor, however any further R&D surveys to be carried out as required to ensure safe working practises. |
| External landscaping (walls and paving) |
Re-bed paving flags where necessary to front and rear and allow for replacement of cracked or broken flags. Refill area of failed tarmac where necessary. Appoint structural engineer to inspect rear boundary wall. Allow for the rebuild of the wall if necessary. Allow for the replacement of cracked/ spalled bricks and repointing to other boundary walls. |
| Resident access gates | Carry out repairs to resident rear access gates and replace where necessary. |
| Sprinkler systems | Ensure that the insulation, labelling of pipelines are carried out and the support of pipelines are sufficient and installed where necessary |
| Outbuildings / storage areas | Clear all vegetation from roofs to out buildings. Inspect to check condition once vegetation removed. Renew roof where applicable and carry out timber and render repairs. |
| Work Element | Description of Works |
|---|---|
| Access required |
Full scaffold expected to enable safe access for working from height. This is required to complete roof repairs, window renewal works and external brickwork/pointing and rendering repairs. Access will also be required into the residents’ properties to undertake a number of the work elements described. |
| Chimney repairs | Allow for repointing, clean all staining and renew flaunching. |
| Roof replacements |
Strip back and renew roof covering in line with the agreed performance specification. An insurance backed guarantee for at least 25-year duration is to be provided for the installation of the roof system. Renewal works are to include all associated works to roof falls, alteration and creation of compliant upstands, roofing details and junctions, termination bars, flashings, outlets, grilles, and associated decoration. Include all main and secondary roofs and ancillary parapet walls and details. Install edge protection system to the perimeter of flat roof and similar situations. |
| Lighting protection |
Survey required to verify any requirement to install a Lightning Protection System. All lightning protection system works to comply with BS EN 62305 |
| Communal walkways |
Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt on communal walkways. The service provider is to renew the waterproof granular paint system. Isolated replacement of Georgian wired glazed panels where cracked, replace putty/beading throughout |
| Balcony works |
Replace broken panels of reinforced glazing and redecorate all timber handrails and metal framework. Allow for timber handrail replacement where necessary. Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt to tenanted property balconies. |
| Rainwater goods | Test and repair of rainwater goods including replacements of elements which are beyond repair. Test upon completion to ensure all rainwater goods systems are free of leaks. |
| Facias |
Refix lose sections and renew where required |
| Below ground drainage | CCTV drainage survey required. Repairs as required based on findings. |
| Movement joints |
Movement joints and mastic sealant works – rake out and replace with new where required |
| Glazing and windows |
Full window and balcony door replacement – UPVC - with self-cleaning double glazing and tilt and turn is to be considered for these installations. Replacement of damaged/missing window ironmongery where required |
| Block signage |
The Service Provider is to renew all external block signage and internal block and floor level signage. |
| External decoration | External decorations to all previously decorated surfaces. Including rainwater goods, bin storage rooms, storage sheds, railings, and boundary walls. |
| External repairs | Replace cracked or spalled bricks and clean all staining and carry out pointing repairs where necessary on all external areas. Allow for crack repairs, removal and reinstatement of blown plaster and ensure new render is stabilised / sealed prior to decorating. |
| Timber repairs |
Joinery and resin repairs to all defective timber elements (including items such as handrails). Painting all previously painted timber surfaces, including strip and preparation where required. Tank room and storage shed repairs to include wholesale carpentry repairs where necessary. |
| Metalwork repairs |
Decoration of all previously painted metalwork including external boundary treatments. To include full preparation and repairs and replacement of missing or defective elements. Bin chute hatches – Smoke seals to be upgraded to BS7386. If beyond repair, hatch to be replaced to fire rated cover. |
| Communal flooring |
Repairs to existing non–covered flooring to ensure surfaces are safe, cleanable, maintainable, and free of defects. Replacement of existing floor coverings including associated components to ensure flooring is safe, cleanable, and maintainable |
| Internal decoration |
Redecoration of all previously decorated internal surfaces. Class 0 performance required to walls, ceilings, strings and soffits. |
| Internal repairs |
Repairs to internal fabric finishes ensuring they are sound, consistent, and ready to receive redecoration. |
| Balustrades | Replace broken glass to metal framed balustrade with reinforced glass panels and redecorate timber handrail and metal framework |
| Electrical lighting | Replace existing lighting / install new energy efficient LED alternative systems to comply with current regulatory requirements. |
| Electrical power | Renew existing electrical power supply installations, install the new systems in compliance with current regulatory requirements. |
| Lateral mains |
Renew the existing lateral mains installation across the block and to all dwellings and landlords' supplies as required. Carry out an assessment of the existing containment, if the existing containment cannot be utilized, provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. |
| BT Cables | Engage with BT to tidy and provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. Strip out all redundant cabling. |
| Boiler and flues |
Survey/review and identify existing boiler flues, which need to be extended to protect the building fabric. Extend the flues where required where required. Survey/review pressure relief pipe to external walls to prevent hot water scalding. |
| Water tanks (including associated pipework and valves) |
Replace existing cold water storage tanks with new where necessary. To include complete removal of all redundant equipment and pipework. The contractor to review the size of each tank and reduce where possible the risk of stagnation etc. Supply, install and connect all associated pipework, valves, fittings, and overflow/ warning devices associated with water tank replacement. Provide valve charts and labelling associated with the works. To include water treatment on completion and new thermal insulation. |
| Sprinkler systems | Ensure that the insulation, labelling of pipelines are carried out and the support of pipelines are sufficient and installed where necessary |
| Fire safety works |
Westminster City Council’s latest fire risk assessments to be reviewed and works to be carried out as necessary. Ensure the works are fully compliant with all current regulatory requirements. Install appropriate fire stopping to riser compartment. New fire doors to tenanted properties where required (leaseholder opt-in) |
| Environmental works |
All tenanted properties to have a Nuaire humidistat Cyfan fan installed in to both the kitchen and the bathroom and a Nuaire Flatmaster2000 PIV in the hallway. In the event that a property has a suitable existing fan in either kitchen or bathroom or both then there is no need to replace the existing fan/fans. |
| Sustainability |
Service provider to consider all possible measures to reduce carbon emissions from all properties. • Floor & wall insulation where possible. • Consideration for installation of PV panels to the roof |
| Asbestos management |
Live asbestos for the blocks is shared with the contractor, however any further R&D surveys to be carried out as required to ensure safe working practises. |
| External landscaping (walls and paving) |
Re-bed paving flags where necessary to front and rear and allow for replacement of cracked or broken flags. Refill area of failed tarmac where necessary. Allow for the replacement of cracked/ spalled bricks and repointing to boundary walls. |
| Resident access gates |
Carry out repairs to resident rear access gates and replace where necessary. |
| Outbuildings / storage areas |
Blocks: Invergarry, Keith & Melrose Clear all vegetation from roofs to out buildings. Inspect to check condition once vegetation removed. Renew roof where applicable and carry out timber and render repairs. |
| Work Element | Description of Works |
|---|---|
| Access required |
Full scaffold expected to enable safe access for working from height. This is required to complete roof repairs, window renewal works and external brickwork/pointing and rendering repairs. Access will also be required into the residents’ properties to undertake a number of the work elements described. |
| Chimney repairs | Allow for repointing, clean all staining and renew flaunching. |
| Roof replacements |
Strip back and renew roof covering in line with the agreed performance specification. An insurance backed guarantee for at least 25-year duration is to be provided for the installation of the roof system. Renewal works are to include all associated works to roof falls, alteration and creation of compliant upstands, roofing details and junctions, termination bars, flashings, outlets, grilles, and associated decoration. Include all main and secondary roofs and ancillary parapet walls and details. Install edge protection system to the perimeter of flat roof and similar situations. Existing PV panels will need to be lifted set aside and reinstated after roof works. |
| Lighting protection |
Survey required to verify any requirement to install a Lightning Protection System. All lightning protection system works to comply with BS EN 62305 |
| Communal walkways |
Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt on communal walkways. The service provider is to renew the waterproof granular paint system. Isolated replacement of Georgian wired glazed panels where cracked, replace putty/beading throughout |
| Balcony works |
Replace broken panels of reinforced glazing and redecorate all timber handrails and metal framework. Allow for timber handrail replacement where necessary. Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt to tenanted property balconies. |
| Rainwater goods | Test and repair of rainwater goods including replacements of elements which are beyond repair. Test upon completion to ensure all rainwater goods systems are free of leaks. |
| Facias |
Refix lose sections and renew where required |
| Below ground drainage | CCTV drainage survey required. Repairs as required based on findings. |
| Movement joints |
Movement joints and mastic sealant works – rake out and replace with new where required |
| Glazing and windows |
Full window and balcony door replacement – UPVC - with self-cleaning double glazing and tilt and turn is to be considered for these installations. Replacement of damaged/missing window ironmongery where required |
| Block signage |
The Service Provider is to renew all external block signage and internal block and floor level signage. |
| External decoration | External decorations to all previously decorated surfaces. Including rainwater goods, bin storage rooms, storage sheds, railings, and boundary walls. |
| External repairs | Replace cracked or spalled bricks and clean all staining and carry out pointing repairs where necessary on all external areas. Allow for crack repairs, removal and reinstatement of blown plaster and ensure new render is stabilised / sealed prior to decorating. |
| Timber repairs |
Joinery and resin repairs to all defective timber elements (including items such as handrails). Painting all previously painted timber surfaces, including strip and preparation where required. Tank room and storage shed repairs to include wholesale carpentry repairs where necessary. |
| Metalwork repairs |
Decoration of all previously painted metalwork including external boundary treatments. To include full preparation and repairs and replacement of missing or defective elements. Bin chute hatches – Smoke seals to be upgraded to BS7386. If beyond repair, hatch to be replaced to fire rated cover. |
| Communal flooring |
Repairs to existing non–covered flooring to ensure surfaces are safe, cleanable, maintainable, and free of defects. Replacement of existing floor coverings including associated components to ensure flooring is safe, cleanable, and maintainable |
| Internal decoration |
Redecoration of all previously decorated internal surfaces. Class 0 performance required to walls, ceilings, strings and soffits. |
| Internal repairs |
Repairs to internal fabric finishes ensuring they are sound, consistent, and ready to receive redecoration. |
| Balustrades | Replace broken glass to metal framed balustrade with reinforced glass panels and redecorate timber handrail and metal framework |
| Electrical lighting | Replace existing lighting / install new energy efficient LED alternative systems to comply with current regulatory requirements. |
| Electrical power | Renew existing electrical power supply installations, install the new systems in compliance with current regulatory requirements. |
| Lateral mains |
Renew the existing lateral mains installation across the block and to all dwellings and landlords' supplies as required. Carry out an assessment of the existing containment, if the existing containment cannot be utilized, provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. |
| BT Cables | Engage with BT to tidy and provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. Strip out all redundant cabling. |
| Boiler and flues |
Survey/review and identify existing boiler flues, which need to be extended to protect the building fabric. Extend the flues where required where required. Survey/review pressure relief pipe to external walls to prevent hot water scalding. |
| Water tanks (including associated pipework and valves) |
Replace existing cold water storage tanks with new where necessary. To include complete removal of all redundant equipment and pipework. The contractor to review the size of each tank and reduce where possible the risk of stagnation etc. Supply, install and connect all associated pipework, valves, fittings, and overflow/ warning devices associated with water tank replacement. Provide valve charts and labelling associated with the works. To include water treatment on completion and new thermal insulation. |
| Fire safety works |
Westminster City Council’s latest fire risk assessments to be reviewed and works to be carried out as necessary. Ensure the works are fully compliant with all current regulatory requirements. Install appropriate fire stopping to riser compartment. New fire doors to tenanted properties where required (leaseholder opt-in) |
| Environmental works |
All tenanted properties to have a Nuaire humidistat Cyfan fan installed in to both the kitchen and the bathroom and a Nuaire Flatmaster2000 PIV in the hallway. In the event that a property has a suitable existing fan in either kitchen or bathroom or both then there is no need to replace the existing fan/fans. |
| Sustainability |
Service provider to consider all possible measures to reduce carbon emissions from all properties. • Floor & wall insulation where possible. |
| Asbestos management | Live asbestos for the blocks is shared with the contractor, however any further R&D surveys to be carried out as required to ensure safe working practises. |
| External landscaping (walls and paving) |
Re-bed paving flags where necessary to front and rear and allow for replacement of cracked or broken flags. Refill area of failed tarmac where necessary. Allow for the replacement of cracked/ spalled bricks and repointing to boundary walls. |
| Resident access gates | Carry out repairs to resident rear access gates and replace where necessary. |
| Outbuildings / storage areas |
Blocks: Invergarry, Keith & Melrose Clear all vegetation from roofs to out buildings. Inspect to check condition once vegetation removed. Renew roof where applicable and carry out timber and render repairs. |
| Work Element | Description of Works |
|---|---|
| Access required |
Full scaffold expected to enable safe access for working from height. This is required to complete roof repairs, window renewal works and external brickwork/pointing and rendering repairs. Access will also be required into the residents’ properties to undertake a number of the work elements described. |
| Chimney repairs | Allow for repointing, clean all staining and renew flaunching. |
| Roof replacements |
Strip back and renew roof covering in line with the agreed performance specification. An insurance backed guarantee for at least 25-year duration is to be provided for the installation of the roof system. Renewal works are to include all associated works to roof falls, alteration and creation of compliant upstands, roofing details and junctions, termination bars, flashings, outlets, grilles, and associated decoration. Include all main and secondary roofs and ancillary parapet walls and details. Install edge protection system to the perimeter of flat roof and similar situations. |
| Lighting protection |
Survey required to verify any requirement to install a Lightning Protection System. All lightning protection system works to comply with BS EN 62305 |
| Communal walkways |
Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt on communal walkways. The service provider is to renew the waterproof granular paint system. Isolated replacement of Georgian wired glazed panels where cracked, replace putty/beading throughout |
| Balcony works |
Replace broken panels of reinforced glazing and redecorate all timber handrails and metal framework. Allow for timber handrail replacement where necessary. Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt to tenanted property balconies. |
| Rainwater goods | Test and repair of rainwater goods including replacements of elements which are beyond repair. Test upon completion to ensure all rainwater goods systems are free of leaks. |
| Facias |
Refix lose sections and renew where required |
| Below ground drainage | CCTV drainage survey required. Repairs as required based on findings. |
| Movement joints |
Movement joints and mastic sealant works – rake out and replace with new where required |
| Glazing and windows |
Full window and balcony door replacement – UPVC - with self-cleaning double glazing and tilt and turn is to be considered for these installations. Replacement of damaged/missing window ironmongery where required |
| Block signage |
The Service Provider is to renew all external block signage and internal block and floor level signage. |
| External decoration | External decorations to all previously decorated surfaces. Including rainwater goods, bin storage rooms, storage sheds, railings, and boundary walls. |
| External repairs | Replace cracked or spalled bricks and clean all staining and carry out pointing repairs where necessary on all external areas. Allow for crack repairs, removal and reinstatement of blown plaster and ensure new render is stabilised / sealed prior to decorating. |
| Timber repairs |
Joinery and resin repairs to all defective timber elements (including items such as handrails). Painting all previously painted timber surfaces, including strip and preparation where required. Tank room and storage shed repairs to include wholesale carpentry repairs where necessary. |
| Metalwork repairs |
Decoration of all previously painted metalwork including external boundary treatments. To include full preparation and repairs and replacement of missing or defective elements. Bin chute hatches – Smoke seals to be upgraded to BS7386. If beyond repair, hatch to be replaced to fire rated cover. |
| Communal flooring |
Repairs to existing non–covered flooring to ensure surfaces are safe, cleanable, maintainable, and free of defects. Replacement of existing floor coverings including associated components to ensure flooring is safe, cleanable, and maintainable |
| Internal decoration |
Redecoration of all previously decorated internal surfaces. Class 0 performance required to walls, ceilings, strings and soffits. |
| Internal repairs |
Repairs to internal fabric finishes ensuring they are sound, consistent, and ready to receive redecoration. |
| Balustrades | Replace broken glass to metal framed balustrade with reinforced glass panels and redecorate timber handrail and metal framework |
| Electrical lighting | Replace existing lighting / install new energy efficient LED alternative systems to comply with current regulatory requirements. |
| Electrical power | Renew existing electrical power supply installations, install the new systems in compliance with current regulatory requirements. |
| Lateral mains |
Renew the existing lateral mains installation across the block and to all dwellings and landlords' supplies as required. Carry out an assessment of the existing containment, if the existing containment cannot be utilized, provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. |
| BT Cables | Engage with BT to tidy and provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. Strip out all redundant cabling. |
| Boiler and flues |
Survey/review and identify existing boiler flues, which need to be extended to protect the building fabric. Extend the flues where required where required. Survey/review pressure relief pipe to external walls to prevent hot water scalding. |
| Water tanks (including associated pipework and valves) |
Replace existing cold water storage tanks with new where necessary. To include complete removal of all redundant equipment and pipework. The contractor to review the size of each tank and reduce where possible the risk of stagnation etc. Supply, install and connect all associated pipework, valves, fittings, and overflow/ warning devices associated with water tank replacement. Provide valve charts and labelling associated with the works. To include water treatment on completion and new thermal insulation. |
| Fire safety works |
Westminster City Council’s latest fire risk assessments to be reviewed and works to be carried out as necessary. Ensure the works are fully compliant with all current regulatory requirements. Install appropriate fire stopping to riser compartment. New fire doors to tenanted properties where required (leaseholder opt-in) |
| Environmental works |
All tenanted properties to have a Nuaire humidistat Cyfan fan installed in to both the kitchen and the bathroom and a Nuaire Flatmaster2000 PIV in the hallway. In the event that a property has a suitable existing fan in either kitchen or bathroom or both then there is no need to replace the existing fan/fans. |
| Sustainability |
Service provider to consider all possible measures to reduce carbon emissions from all properties. • Floor & wall insulation where possible. • Consideration for installation of PV panels to the roof |
| Asbestos management | Live asbestos for the blocks is shared with the contractor, however any further R&D surveys to be carried out as required to ensure safe working practises. |
| External landscaping (walls and paving) |
Re-bed paving flags where necessary to front and rear and allow for replacement of cracked or broken flags. Refill area of failed tarmac where necessary. Allow for the replacement of cracked/ spalled bricks and repointing to boundary walls. |
| Resident access gates | Carry out repairs to resident rear access gates and replace where necessary. |
| Work Element | Description of Works |
|---|---|
| Access required |
Full scaffold expected to enable safe access for working from height. This is required to complete roof repairs, window renewal works and external brickwork/pointing and rendering repairs. Access will also be required into the residents’ properties to undertake a number of the work elements described. |
| Chimney repairs | Allow for repointing, clean all staining and renew flaunching. |
| Roof replacements |
Strip back and renew roof covering in line with the agreed performance specification. An insurance backed guarantee for at least 25-year duration is to be provided for the installation of the roof system. Renewal works are to include all associated works to roof falls, alteration and creation of compliant upstands, roofing details and junctions, termination bars, flashings, outlets, grilles, and associated decoration. Include all main and secondary roofs and ancillary parapet walls and details. Install edge protection system to the perimeter of flat roof and similar situations. |
| Lighting protection |
Survey required to verify any requirement to install a Lightning Protection System. All lightning protection system works to comply with BS EN 62305 |
| Communal walkways |
Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt on communal walkways. The service provider is to renew the waterproof granular paint system. Isolated replacement of Georgian wired glazed panels where cracked, replace putty/beading throughout |
| Balcony works |
Replace broken panels of reinforced glazing and redecorate all timber handrails and metal framework. Allow for timber handrail replacement where necessary. Repair and localised replacement of mastic asphalt to tenanted property balconies. |
| Rainwater goods | Test and repair of rainwater goods including replacements of elements which are beyond repair. Test upon completion to ensure all rainwater goods systems are free of leaks. |
| Facias |
Refix lose sections and renew where required |
| Below ground drainage | CCTV drainage survey required. Repairs as required based on findings. |
| Movement joints |
Movement joints and mastic sealant works – rake out and replace with new where required |
| Glazing and windows |
Full window and balcony door replacement – UPVC - with self-cleaning double glazing and tilt and turn is to be considered for these installations. Replacement of damaged/missing window ironmongery where required |
| Block signage |
The Service Provider is to renew all external block signage and internal block and floor level signage. |
| External decoration | External decorations to all previously decorated surfaces. Including rainwater goods, bin storage rooms, storage sheds, railings, and boundary walls. |
| External repairs | Replace cracked or spalled bricks and clean all staining and carry out pointing repairs where necessary on all external areas. Allow for crack repairs, removal and reinstatement of blown plaster and ensure new render is stabilised / sealed prior to decorating. |
| Timber repairs |
Joinery and resin repairs to all defective timber elements (including items such as handrails). Painting all previously painted timber surfaces, including strip and preparation where required. Tank room and storage shed repairs to include wholesale carpentry repairs where necessary. |
| Metalwork repairs |
Decoration of all previously painted metalwork including external boundary treatments. To include full preparation and repairs and replacement of missing or defective elements. Bin chute hatches – Smoke seals to be upgraded to BS7386. If beyond repair, hatch to be replaced to fire rated cover. |
| Communal flooring |
Repairs to existing non–covered flooring to ensure surfaces are safe, cleanable, maintainable, and free of defects. Replacement of existing floor coverings including associated components to ensure flooring is safe, cleanable, and maintainable |
| Internal decoration |
Redecoration of all previously decorated internal surfaces. Class 0 performance required to walls, ceilings, strings and soffits. |
| Internal repairs |
Repairs to internal fabric finishes ensuring they are sound, consistent, and ready to receive redecoration. |
| Balustrades | Replace broken glass to metal framed balustrade with reinforced glass panels and redecorate timber handrail and metal framework |
| Electrical lighting | Replace existing lighting / install new energy efficient LED alternative systems to comply with current regulatory requirements. |
| Electrical power | Renew existing electrical power supply installations, install the new systems in compliance with current regulatory requirements. |
| Lateral mains |
Renew the existing lateral mains installation across the block and to all dwellings and landlords' supplies as required. Carry out an assessment of the existing containment, if the existing containment cannot be utilized, provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. |
| BT Cables | Engage with BT to tidy and provide new containment which shall be metal powder coated. Strip out all redundant cabling. |
| Boiler and flues |
Survey/review and identify existing boiler flues, which need to be extended to protect the building fabric. Extend the flues where required where required. Survey/review pressure relief pipe to external walls to prevent hot water scalding. |
| Water tanks (including associated pipework and valves) |
Replace existing cold water storage tanks with new where necessary. To include complete removal of all redundant equipment and pipework. The contractor to review the size of each tank and reduce where possible the risk of stagnation etc. Supply, install and connect all associated pipework, valves, fittings, and overflow/ warning devices associated with water tank replacement. Provide valve charts and labelling associated with the works. To include water treatment on completion and new thermal insulation. |
| Fire safety works |
Westminster City Council’s latest fire risk assessments to be reviewed and works to be carried out as necessary. Ensure the works are fully compliant with all current regulatory requirements. Install appropriate fire stopping to riser compartment. New fire doors to tenanted properties where required (leaseholder opt-in) |
| Environmental works |
All tenanted properties to have a Nuaire humidistat Cyfan fan installed in to both the kitchen and the bathroom and a Nuaire Flatmaster2000 PIV in the hallway. In the event that a property has a suitable existing fan in either kitchen or bathroom or both then there is no need to replace the existing fan/fans. |
| Sustainability |
Service provider to consider all possible measures to reduce carbon emissions from all properties. • Floor & wall insulation where possible. • Consideration for installation of PV panels to the roof |
| Asbestos management | Live asbestos for the blocks is shared with the contractor, however any further R&D surveys to be carried out as required to ensure safe working practises. |
| External landscaping (walls and paving) |
Re-bed paving flags where necessary to front and rear and allow for replacement of cracked or broken flags. Refill area of failed tarmac where necessary. Allow for the replacement of cracked/ spalled bricks and repointing to boundary walls. |
| Resident access gates | Carry out repairs to resident rear access gates and replace where necessary. |
Published: 27 October 2022
Last updated: 9 January 2024