Galliford Try awarded £34m HMP Lincoln fire safety upgrade contract

Galliford Try has secured a £34 million contract to deliver major fire safety improvements at HMP Lincoln through the Ministry of Justice framework.

The project forms part of a wider programme of safety upgrades across the custodial estate, focused on improving life safety systems and compliance across the site.

🔧 Scope of works

The scheme includes full design, installation, testing, and commissioning of integrated fire safety upgrades across the prison.

Key elements of the project include:

• Fire detection and alarm systems

• Emergency lighting upgrades

• Fire suppression systems

• Ventilation improvements

• Replacement and upgrade of fire doors

• General lighting replacement

• Cell call system upgrades

• Asbestos removal where encountered

🧯 Specialist delivery

Oak Fire Protection will support delivery of specialist fire protection elements as part of the wider works package.

The collaboration will focus on ensuring compliance and integrating fire safety systems within an operational custodial environment.

🏗️ Sector experience

According to Galliford Try, the project builds on its established track record within the custodial sector, alongside previous work at sites including HMP Rye Hill, HMP Wayland, and HMP Whatton.

The company states that the project reflects continued demand for refurbishment and compliance-led upgrades across the prison estate.

📍 Industry context

Fire safety improvement programmes remain a key priority across UK public sector estates, with a focus on upgrading legacy infrastructure and improving compliance standards in operational facilities.

Projects of this nature require careful sequencing and delivery due to the secure and live environment in which works are carried out.

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