CEFA is a National Framework led by Network Rail to capture condition data for its Civil Engineering assets including buildings.

The framework is split into geographical areas and different groups of structures. Frankham currently has the contract for all station and operational property assets in the Southern region throughout Kent, Sussex and Wessex, including all the associated London assets under each route.

The aim of the framework is to act as the eyes and ears of the client regarding the condition and safety of their assets. This includes station buildings, M&E assets, car parks, lineside buildings, depots and other sites in the portfolio of the relevant route asset manager. The objectives are to ensure the safety of the assets and also understand the condition to react and plan interventions such as safety measures, maintenance, and renewals.

The outputs are input in the national database system including photographs, condition scoring and commentary and recommendations. This includes building surveying and engineering technical staff to provide the required reporting. We provide and manage track access and all equipment and machines to get access to all areas of structures through our supply chain partner, Cleshar.

The outputs can be the input into the Operational Property Asset System (OPAS) or providing discrete individual reports. We also undertake structural monitoring of assets that are being managed under special circumstances, such as structural deficiencies or failures of assessments.

Client:
Network Rail

Services:
Civil Engineering