RAF Wattisham Barracks – Single Living Accommodation (SLA)
Passive Fire Protection for a Large-Scale Modular Military Development
At Bee Fire Protection Ltd, we were appointed to deliver passive fire protection works at RAF Wattisham Barracks as part of a major modular construction programme providing new Single Living Accommodation (SLA) bedspaces.
The project formed part of a £1.2 billion UK Government investment, delivering modern, sustainable accommodation facilities to support military personnel, including those working on the Apache AH-64E programme.
Project Overview
- Client: MOD / Main Contractor
- Project: Modular Single Living Accommodation (168 bedspaces)
- Sector: Defence / Military
- Location: RAF Wattisham Barracks
- Programme: January 2025 – September 2025
- Services Provided: Fire Stopping
The development comprised 168 new modular SLA units, constructed by Volumec Ltd, requiring coordinated and compliant passive fire protection works throughout.
Project Requirements
The project required:
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Fire stopping to all service penetrations
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Installation within a modular construction environment
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Close coordination with the main contractor and MEP teams
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Compliance with military, building regulation, and fire strategy requirements
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Efficient delivery across a large, phased programme
Accuracy, coordination, and consistency were essential due to the scale and nature of the development.
Challenges & Considerations
Key considerations on this project included:
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Coordinating fire stopping works across multiple modular units
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Integrating installations alongside MEP services
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Maintaining programme efficiency on a large-scale development
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Ensuring consistency of workmanship across all units
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Delivering compliant installations suitable for a defence environment
The modular build approach required a structured and highly coordinated delivery method.
Our Solution
Working closely with Volumec Ltd, the main contractor, and MEP teams, we delivered a comprehensive fire stopping solution across the development.
Our works included:
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Fire stopping to all service penetrations within each modular unit
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Use of Quelfire fire stopping systems
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Installation carried out strictly in line with tested and approved systems
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Coordinated sequencing to align with modular installation and MEP works
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A consistent, repeatable approach to ensure quality across all units
Our teams worked efficiently and collaboratively to support programme delivery without compromising compliance.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Fire stopping installations were completed with a strong focus on quality, traceability, and compliance.
Quality assurance measures included:
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Installation in accordance with manufacturers’ tested systems
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Careful detailing to maintain compartmentation integrity
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Ongoing coordination with site management and MEP teams
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Visual inspection of completed works to ensure consistency and accuracy
This ensured all fire stopping measures met project and regulatory requirements.
Project Outcome
The completed works delivered compliant passive fire protection across all SLA units, supporting the safe occupation and long-term operation of the facilities.
The outcome provided:
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Effective fire and smoke containment
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Consistent, high-quality installations across all units
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Compliance with fire strategy and military requirements
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A smooth, well-coordinated delivery across the programme
Client Feedback
Tom O’Reilly – Operations Manager, commented:
“Thanks for sending your operatives — they have been brilliant. Their professionalism and positive attitude have made a real difference on site. They arrived on time, communicated clearly, and worked seamlessly with our team.
The quality of their workmanship truly stands out. Every detail has been handled with care and precision, and the finish is exceptional. It’s clear they take pride in their work, and it shows in the results.
We’ve received great feedback from others on site as well, and it’s been a pleasure having them involved in the project. Their dedication and collaborative spirit have helped everything run smoothly. Looking forward to working with you again in the future — it’s been a great experience.”
Defence & Modular Sector Experience
This project demonstrates our experience delivering passive fire protection within defence and modular construction environments, where scale, coordination, and compliance are critical.
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