Fabric upgrade contract awarded for State Examinations Commission, Athlone

The Office of Public Works (OPW) is delighted to announce that a contract has been placed for fabric upgrade works to the State Examinations Commission (SEC) building in Athlone, Co Westmeath.

The fabric upgrade works include the replacement and upgrading of all windows and the installation of a pumped cavity wall insulation system. The OPW is also installing a new standby generator to support the SEC in the event of a power failure. Guided by OPW’s Sustainability Policy, the works are being delivered under the SEAI Pathfinder Programme and part funded by SEAI.

The project incorporates sustainability, innovation and forward thinking in how we approach the renovation of our building portfolio.

Minister of State with Responsibility for the Office of Public Works, Kevin “Boxer” Moran T.D. stated: "I am delighted to see works commence on the State Examinations Commission building in Athlone. We are proud to lead the way in sustainable infrastructure projects that improve the functionality of our building portfolio. The delivery of the project is a testament to the commitment of the OPW to deliver fit-for-purpose office accommodation that prioritises sustainability and energy efficiency and it represents an investment in the region of €1m ex vat in this State owned building”.

The fabric upgrade project is just one example of OPW's commitment to deliver sustainability, energy efficiency and fit for purpose buildings for civil servants.

For more information about this initiative or to arrange an interview please contact the OPW Press Office at pressoffice@opw.ie.

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