£1 billion Contract for MOD Accommodation

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £1 billion contract for the delivery of modern and sustainable accommodation across the Defence Estate under the Single Living Accommodation-Programmatic Approach (SLA-PA) Framework Alliance Contract (FAC).

The initiative aims to replace sub-standard living quarters with more efficient, high-quality accommodations for members of the Armed Forces.

The SLA-PA programme will see improvements, upgrades, and replacements of accommodation facilities across all four Front Line Commands (FLCs). The contract, which runs from 28 November 2024 to 30 November 2027, focuses on using modern construction methods, including off-site fabrication, to ensure rapid, sustainable delivery while offering value for money to taxpayers.

Under this agreement, six supply chain partners—Bowmer & Kirkland, the Kier McAvoy Consortium, the Kier Metek Consortium, Laing O’Rourke Explore, and Reds10—have been appointed to work collaboratively on the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) SLA pipeline programme. The partners will be responsible for delivering the project through a Framework Alliance Contract (FAC-1), ensuring that improvements are achieved efficiently and effectively across the UK estate.

The project is part of a broader effort by the MOD to address legacy issues in planning, procurement, and siloed delivery of Single Living Accommodation (SLA), creating a more cohesive and effective approach for capital investments in the UK’s Defence infrastructure.

The SLA-PA programme represents a priority initiative for the MOD, and its success will hinge on the ongoing collaboration between industry partners and the MOD. By delivering modern, modular accommodation, the project will improve the lived experience of service personnel and enhance the resilience of the UK’s Defence sector.

The contract was awarded following a competitive procurement process in line with the Crown Commercial Service’s Offsite Construction Solutions Framework Agreement (RM6184), which ensures the delivery of cost-effective, high-quality accommodation solutions.

Key Details of the SLA-PA Contract:

• Contract Value: £1 billion
• Contract Duration: 28 November 2024 – 30 November 2027
• Procurement Reference: 709304450 – CCS OCS-33671-2024
• Contract Type: Works (Modular Buildings and Multi-dwelling Construction)

This major contract is expected to significantly enhance the living conditions for UK service members, contributing to the MOD’s long-term strategy to modernise its estate.

Source: UK Defence Journal