An award and mobilisation of a new security-led facilities management contract with the real estate firm Avison Young, covering five prominent corporate office properties across Liverpool, Manchester, and Sheffield, has gone to Anchor Group Services.
The three-year contract, which officially began on July 1, represents a step forward in Anchor’s growth within the corporate office sector, according to the firm. They will be delivering a range of services including static and mobile security, control room operations, key holding, alarm response, and vacant property inspections.
Alex Hiles, Chief Operating Officer at Anchor said: “We’re delighted to have been selected by Avison Young after more than a decade of engagement. This contract win is not only a testament to our team’s consistency and perseverance but also a clear reflection of how Anchor’s service evolution is being recognised across the industry.”
Seven people, including five TUPE transfers and two new recruits have been deployed. To support the rollout, Anchor is implementing its standard suite, including Zoho for workforce management, AI-powered eLearning, and supporting a new Visitor Management System (Sky Visitor) at the Spine building in Liverpool, which also houses the Royal College of Physicians. There Anchor will also now begin providing enhanced security services.
Jon Wilson, Associate Director at Avison Young said: “We’re pleased to be partnering with Anchor Group Services to support our growing portfolio across the North. Their integrated approach, commitment to service quality, and ability to adapt to our evolving needs made them the right fit for this contract. We look forward to building a strong, collaborative relationship.”
Anchor note that they first tendered for this portfolio 11 years ago.
About the firm
Anchor, based in Chester, are a member of ACS Pacesetters, the group of highest-scoring SIA-approved contractors. Visit www.anchorgroupservices.co.uk.
Photo courtesy of Anchor: The Spine, 2 Paddington Village, Liverpool.
