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Liberty has been awarded a five-year contract, valued at over £3.5 million, to deliver gas servicing and maintenance for Fareham Borough Council (FBC).
The property services business, which has been delivering these works under a previous contract since 2018, will deliver a comprehensive service covering the maintenance, servicing, and replacement of heating and hot water systems for 1,900 FBC-managed homes and public buildings in South East Hampshire.
Liberty, acquired by WPS – the property services arm of Wates Group – in October 2024, will also work alongside the Wates Innovation Team to help the council identify opportunities to reduce costs for both the authority and its residents, while improving service quality and efficiency.
The renewed contract will begin in August 2025 and run until August 2030.
Executive Member for Housing at Fareham Borough Council, Councillor Fred Birkett said: “Reliable heating and hot water are essential to the wellbeing of our residents, and Liberty has consistently delivered a high standard of service. This new contract helps ensure those needs continue to be met safely, efficiently, and with a high level of care, building on the strong partnership we’ve developed over the years.”
Steve Jackson, Managing Director of Liberty, said: “Our teams are committed to delivering a safe, high-quality service that residents can depend on, every day of the year. That’s why we focus not just on delivering reliable technical solutions, but also on providing a positive experience for every resident we serve. This contract reflects the trust we’ve built with the council and community over the past seven years. We’re proud to continue supporting their residents and driving improvements to the services that matter most.”
