Cleveleys Sea Defence Works
Part of our drive to "improve living spaces and living safely"

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Partnership Working

Objective: To work together to create a project that is based on trust, mutual goals and a commitment to deliver a quality scheme to the public whilst providing best value for money.

This contract is the first partnering contract undertaken by Wyre Borough Council. We have been working closely with Birse Civils Ltd from the initial design stages.

Partnering is characterised by:

  • A greater trust and openness - We share all information, have only one set of files and share offices.

  • A common objective - Within the team we have one objective, the successful delivery of the Cleveleys Coastal Defence and Promenade Improvement Scheme.

  • A shared understanding - Unlike traditional contracts the Contractor has been part of the team from the project outset, we both understand what is of key importance and what each party is to provide.

  • Understanding and sharing risks - Construction on the coast has a number of high risks notably the weather, tides and ground conditions. Partnering has allowed better understanding and control of risks and a team approach to problem solving.


Key Benefits

  • Early Contractor involvement in the scheme design.

  • Innovative ideas and technology utilised.

  • Enthusiastic team spirit.

  • Safety as a priority.

  • Solving problems together.

  • Excellent communications.

  • Joint goals.

  • Working together for the public benefit.

Project Partners