Aberdeen Royal Infirmary - Small works contract
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Summary
Maintaining Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
Robertson has had their contract extended at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for a further 3 years. We were invited to bid for the next phase of works which we were awarded after the successful completion of the measured term contract, the health board were delighted with the control measures we had in place for health and safety throughout this contract, to which they have used us as an example for other firms.
The next project for NHS Grampian is refurbishment of the Blair Unit at Royal Cornhill Hospital to ensure it meets current healthcare building standards. This £1.2 million refurbishment includes replacement of windows, refurbishment of bathrooms, ligature reduction, security features and redecoration. This will also include the addition of a multipurpose room to provide therapeutic space and family visiting accommodation.
Measured Term Contract: August 2021 – August 2024
Over the past three-years, Robertson delivered multiple improvement works and minor capital projects to ensure NHS Grampian continuously provides safe and pleasant facilities for patients, visitors and staff throughout its multiple sites.
With a dedicated contract manager and team on the project, we've built great working relationships with the NHS and property teams, and become fully familiar with the estate to proactively maintain its assets.
Continuous live environment
The hardest part of this contract is the continual working in a live environment in the accident and emergency department and intensive care. This is a different way of working from normal construction contracts as it requires more extensive planning and tighter deadlines. The contract is also 95% self-delivered by Robertson staff and supported by Robertson Northern small works team.
Upgrades and refurbishments cover healthcare facilities such as theatres, hospital wards and consultant rooms, including £190k of fire compartmentation works in live operating theatres.
Key facts
- Undertake 100+ jobs per year
- Promote safety excellence in a live hospital environment
- Use BIM 360 for quality management
Driving safety and efficiency in a live hospital environment
Working across healthcare areas including emergency departments and theatres, we have one chance to get things right so prepare for activities through outstanding planning and programming.
There's no compromise on safety so from testing and installation to repairs, maintenance and refurbishment, our teams adhere to the stringent measures specified in HAI-SCRIBE in preparation for works, and regularly liaise with the NHS infection control team to further ensure compliance.
In a fast-paced healthcare environment, works must be timely. We have full access to a complete site set-up, including temporary internal hoarding systems, and equipment that assures the highest level of safety and performance. Through our partnerships with leading suppliers in health hazard control, we ensure work areas are contained, and dust migration and excessive noise mitigated.
Carrying out over 100 jobs per year for NHS Grampian, we cross paths with staff, visitors and patients daily. With their safety a priority, we put in place excellent pedestrian management, work with cordless tools and operate a strict 'no tools left unattended' policy.
- Temporary internal hoarding to mitigate dust contamination and noise
- Battery-operated equipment to prevent tripping hazards
- HEPACART for dust containment and above-ceiling works
- Pedestrian management systems
Community and legacy
Robertson has been working with NHS Grampian since 2002, with the first project being the Children's Hospital.
In January 2022 we completed a staff garden, to provide them with a space to relax and reflect during breaks.
