Today the Westminster Group PLC has announced a new 5-year contract with the Palace of Westminster.

Westminster Group are pleased to announce that our Technology Division have been awarded a contract to replace and maintain the security screening equipment at the Palace of Westminster, together with the provision of other ancillary services.

The contract commencement date is the 1 October 2020 and the duration of contract is initially for 5 years, although this may be extended.

This contract is a huge win for Westminster and an impressive boost for our UK business. The Group beat major competition to this tender and was rated highest out of all bidders, both technically and commercially.

Westminster scored the highest on the evaluation due to having the most commercially competitive proposal. The panel believed our bid was particularly strong because of our high-quality tender with added value. This contract win is a remarkable advance for our business in the UK and will help to increase our presence and prestige here in Britain.

The project includes the removal of existing systems and the installation and maintenance of new advanced X-Ray Screening and associated systems to screen people and baggage entering this iconic building, together with other ancillary services.

Commenting on the contract award, Westminster’s Chief Executive Officer, Peter Fowler, said:

“I am delighted that Westminster has been selected to provide security screening and maintenance services to the Palace of Westminster, being the iconic home of the UK Parliament. I am equally delighted to have scored so highly in the assessment.”

“With the Palace of Westminster being such an important building and the nature of the services involved, the project required careful planning and an innovative approach to the various challenges involved. Securing this latest high-profile contract is a testament to our agility, expertise and professionalism."

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