Custody suite transformed in South Yorkshire
Selecting and purchasing the right furniture for new premises can be a surprisingly complicated task for public sector organisations. Project managers and designers are under pressure to maximise their budgets and purchase furniture that is not only competitively priced, but also fit for a variety of specialised purposes.
South Yorkshire Police recently experienced some of these challenges when looking to construct a new custody suite.
The project management team at YPO had to deliver a range of furniture within a short period of time and at a competitive price, while ensuring that the installation was coordinated with project contractors. The specialist nature of the project also required the commissioning of bespoke furniture to fit special requirements, which further increased the potential for delays and extra costs.
Paula Ibberson, custody estates project manager at South Yorkshire Police, said: “Once we’d identified our furniture requirements, YPO allocated a dedicated project manager who investigated the available options and provided a detailed cost breakdown which allowed us to make an informed decision.
“YPO checked all the items against the architect’s drawings and updated the space plans, so when we signed for the orders, we knew exactly what the final layout would look like. In addition, YPO’s project manager, Lee Williamson, liaised with other contractors in the project to coordinate lead times and the delivery of the products.
“The furniture supplied by YPO is of high standard and has transformed the new building into an efficient working environment. All items were installed on time and fell within our budget, saving us both hours and funds. Having YPO’s support was like having an extra member on our team.”
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