Contractor appointed to deliver fire station

A £10 million project is set to deliver Edinburgh’s first new-build fire station in more than 30 years.

Morgan Sindall Construction has been appointed by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) to demolish and rebuild Liberton Community Fire Station through the SCAPE Scotland Construction Framework.

The new facility will occupy a strategically important location for emergency responses across Edinburgh and the east of Scotland.

Plans include upgraded welfare and decontamination facilities, improved community space and dedicated areas for managing contaminated fire kits to support firefighter safety and wellbeing.

The project forms part of a wider five-year programme addressing fire stations affected by reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC), with further repairs and rebuilds planned across Scotland.

It also builds on Morgan Sindall’s existing relationship with SFRS following refurbishment projects at Inverness, Dingwall, Newcraighall and Galashiels.

All four were delivered through the SCAPE framework on time and within budget while remaining operational throughout construction.

Stuart Parker, managing director of Morgan Sindall Construction in Scotland, said: “We are proud to have been chosen by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service to deliver this landmark project for Edinburgh. 

“Building the city’s first new fire station in more than three decades is a real privilege, and reflects the strength of the relationship we have developed with SFRS over recent years.

“Having successfully delivered refurbishments at Inverness, Dingwall, Newcraighall and Galashiels, our Scotland-based team understands both the technical requirements and the operational sensitivities of working within live blue light environments. 

“We look forward to delivering a modern, fit-for-purpose station that supports the wellbeing of firefighters and serves the Liberton community."

The Liberton development will be Edinburgh’s first new fire station in more than three decades and the first new-build station delivered anywhere in Scotland since the national fire service was established in 2013.

David Dourley, area commander and SFRS local senior officer for City of Edinburgh, added: “This is an exciting project and represents a significant investment to improve service delivery and firefighter safety. 

“This will be the first new build station in Edinburgh in more than 30 years directly replacing the former station that has faithfully served our staff and the community for 50 years.

“The new station will be modern and fit for purpose and has been designed to meet operational demand and the growing needs of our communities. 

“Once complete, operational efficiency, emergency response and engagement capabilities will be bolstered across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.”

Rachel Park, framework manager at SCAPE Scotland, added: “Through the SCAPE Scotland Construction Framework, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and Morgan Sindall have developed a strong and trusted partnership, with early contractor involvement driving collaboration and a consistency in approach to project delivery.

“Having successfully delivered four fire station projects together, this latest project builds on a proven track record of quality, efficiency and successful outcomes.

“We are proud to support a project that not only delivers long-term value for our client, but also provides a modern, high-quality facility that will serve firefighters and the local community for many years to come.”

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