Brian Sims
Editor
Brian Sims
Editor
SOCIAL ENTERPRISE security provider Corps Security has won a contract with The Langham Estate, the multi-site residential and commercial property management company based in London’s Fitzrovia. The contract began on 1 November and brings together two organisations that share community-based values and a focus on people.
The contract involves input from Corps Security and its remote services division Corps Monitoring to deliver a truly integrated solution, combining physical security guarding with remote monitoring and response. This will be supported throughout the contract by the specialist consultancy team at Corps Consult.
Corps Security will provide services for 56 sites across the estate, with 18 new colleagues transferring to the business. Corps Monitoring will provide technologically advanced security systems and remote services. For its part, Corps Consult is providing ongoing consultancy and routine security reviews, surveys and audits depending on stated requirements.
Competitive tender
The Langham Estate appointed Corps Security following a competitive tender process, wherein the security specialist demonstrated both its security expertise and extensive capabilities as well as social value credentials.
The Langham Estates’ own commitment to paying a living wage and advocacy for officer well-being and work-life balance is shared by Corps Security, threby creating the foundations for a successful partnership.
Like Corps Security, The Langham Estate is steeped in a rich history, which began back in 1925. Over the years, the location has evolved, creating a vibrant and exciting neighbourhood in the heart of central London that offers a diverse range of residences, commercial office space and leisure and retail offerings.
Integrated security
Andrew Topp, sales and marketing director at Corps Security, said: “We’re delighted about our new relationship with The Langham Estate. We can explore Best-in-Class integrated security solutions to keep people and assets safe and secure. Our company values align and we’re very much looking forward to forging a strong relationship grounded in trust, collaboration and innovation. That’s the best recipe for driving success and creating a lasting impact.”
Graeme Noot, head of facilities management at The Langham Estate, responded: “From early on in the tendering process, Corps Security stood out as the leading candidate. The company aligns closely with our people values and commitment to service excellence as well as sharing our commitment to sustainability.”
Noot concluded: “Corps Security’s ability to support us in our drive towards developing a more innovative security solution, which we believe will further enhance our customer experience, is absolutely vital. We’re now looking forward to working closely with Corps Security to further develop our overall security services and grow the working partnership.”
*Further information is available online at www.corpsecurity.co.uk
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