Harmony Fire has further strengthened its relationship with The Guinness Partnership, one of the largest providers of affordable housing in England, following the renewal of a two-year fire service and maintenance framework contract. This latest award builds on the company’s existing four-year fire safety framework contract with Guinness, encompassing a multi-disciplinary fire safety enhancement scope across the North and South-East of England.
Building on a relationship that extends back to 2021, Harmony Fire recently concluded a major fire safety enhancement project at Loughborough Park in Lambeth for Guinness. As part of the redevelopment of the 1938 constructed housing blocks, Harmony Fire installed the highest specification (Category 4) sprinkler system across three of the multi-storey residential blocks at Loughborough Park. The scheme also included the provision of uprated pumps, holding tanks and an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system to provide core resilience to the resident fire safety upgrades.
At Mulberry House in Portsmouth, the fire safety specialist also completed a Category 2 sprinkler installation, including the provision of a new water main and boost pump. Currently, Harmony Fire is mobilising for a further Category 2 sprinkler installation in Lambeth, with the project set for commencement in April. The firm is also carrying out a fire alarm enhancement scheme at Guinness’s Kings Road estate.
Giles Holley, Partnership Director at Harmony Fire, commented: “Guinness has a wide-ranging and diverse property portfolio across England and we have been working with them over a number of years to prioritise the safety of residents, regardless of building type or age. The investments that Guinness continues to make in advanced safety critical systems characterises a culture that places residents at the heart of its decision making and we look forward to continuing this successful partnership that encompasses the full spectrum of Harmony Fire’s specialisms.”