Grenfell Tower deconstruction contract awarded in United Kingdom
Iain Hoey
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Deconstruct (UK) Limited awarded Grenfell Tower deconstruction contract
The Fire Protection Association has reported that the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has awarded the Grenfell Tower deconstruction contract to Deconstruct (UK) Limited.
The government has confirmed that Deconstruct (UK) Limited, which has been working on the Grenfell site since 2017, will take on the principal contractor role under a modified contract valued at £12.25 million.
The company has previously provided repair, maintenance, security, and facilities management services at the site following the 2017 fire.
Structural engineers concluded deconstruction was necessary
According to the Fire Protection Association, deputy prime minister Angela Rayner announced in February that a report by structural engineers AtkinsRéalis had concluded that the fire caused structural damage to Grenfell Tower.
MHCLG stated that deconstruction should occur “at the earliest possible opportunity” to mitigate risks and avoid “emergency or unplanned deconstruction” as the building condition deteriorates.
The notice published on GOV.UK on 25 April confirmed that the deconstruction process would proceed under planned conditions rather than under emergency circumstances.
Planned approach aims to minimise disruption
The Fire Protection Association reported that MHCLG outlined measures to limit the impact of the deconstruction process on the surrounding community.
The ministry stated that Deconstruct (UK) Limited would minimise the use of noisy and percussive techniques and ensure dust control measures were implemented from the outset.
MHCLG added that achieving the same level of disruption control would not be possible during an emergency deconstruction scenario.
Existing site knowledge cited as key to contractor selection
The Fire Protection Association noted that MHCLG cited Deconstruct (UK) Limited’s “unique site knowledge” as a decisive factor in awarding the modified contract.
The company has been responsible for propping the existing structure, monitoring stability, site clearance, and remedial works since 2017.
MHCLG explained that Deconstruct (UK) Limited’s familiarity with the site and community would help maintain operative safety and design methods to minimise disruption during deconstruction activities.
Grenfell Tower deconstruction contract awarded in United Kingdom: Summary
The Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has awarded the Grenfell Tower deconstruction contract to Deconstruct (UK) Limited.
The contract is valued at £12.25 million.
Deconstruct (UK) Limited has worked on the Grenfell Tower site since 2017.
The company has been responsible for repair, maintenance, security, facilities management, propping, and monitoring.
The decision follows a February announcement by deputy prime minister Angela Rayner.
Structural engineers AtkinsRéalis concluded that the fire caused structural damage.
MHCLG stated the tower must be deconstructed to mitigate risks.
The deconstruction plan aims to minimise noise and dust disruption.
The contract modification will take effect after a 30-day standstill period.