Concept Appointed to Deliver Junior Ranks Mess Refurbishment at RAF Odiham

Concept has been appointed to deliver a refurbishment of the Junior Ranks Mess at RAF Odiham, working alongside Vinci as part of a programme commissioned by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

The 16-week project focuses on the dining hall and chill-out space, improving facilities for service personnel and their families. The M&E element is valued at £180K, forming part of an overall programme worth approximately £900K.

Scope of Works

• New smart lighting scheme with daylight dimming controls and colour-changing LED capability for events and functions
• Private dining booths with bench seating, tables, integrated TV screens, and power and data supplies
• New LV distribution boards and small power installation for sockets and data
• Dedicated power and data for large-format TV screens
• New air conditioning system
• Modifications to the existing district heating low-temperature hot water system

Project Overview

• Value: £900,000
• Duration: 16 weeks
• Client: Vinci / Defence Infrastructure Organisation / Ministry of Defence
• Location: RAF Odiham

Client Benefits

• Improved rest and dining facilities for service personnel
• Smart, energy-efficient lighting that reduces running costs
• Flexible event space with colour-changing LED capability
• Modern data and power infrastructure to support connectivity
• Upgraded mechanical systems for improved comfort and efficiency