FM Conway secures £1.25b contract with the City of Westminster

Leading infrastructure services provider FM Conway, working alongside professional services firm WSP, has been appointed to deliver a major highways and public realm contract for Westminster City Council, building on a collaborative partnership that has spearheaded significant innovation in technology and sustainability.

The contract, awarded for an initial 8.5-year term with the option to extend for a further four years, has an estimated total value of £1.25 billion over 12.5 years. It covers the design, construction, inspection and maintenance of Westminster’s public highway assets, including carriageways, footways, street lighting, drainage, bridges and structures, alongside support for a range of regulatory functions.

The award reflects FM Conway’s ability to deliver services worthy of a world-renowned area, underpinned by strong local knowledge, technical expertise and an integrated digital delivery model. The company will self-deliver the core scope, supported by a trusted network of specialist local supply chain partners. This approach ensures a high level of quality, accountability, and efficiency, while leveraging local expertise where it adds the most benefit to provide value for money.

FM Conway’s proven capability to deliver maintenance and upgrades across Westminster’s complex and historic infrastructure will be further strengthened by the global resources of the wider Vinci Group and builds on a strongly established working relationship with the City of Westminster.

Close collaboration has been the foundation of the ongoing relationship between the City of Westminster and FM Conway. This has been showcased by award winning public realm works such as the Strand Aldwych transformation and complemented by advances in sustainable infrastructure like the road surface installed on Elmfield Way boasting a UK-best 92% recycled content. FM Conway’s excellence in delivery and pioneering low carbon model will continue to realise shared net zero targets and enhance climate resilience across Westminster.

Continuing their professional partnership with FM Conway, WSP will lead on the public realm design, flood risk management, and road safety aspects of the contract, utilising their extensive experience delivering complex urban infrastructure projects in dense city environments, their strong track record in integrating sustainable drainage and flood mitigation solutions, and their deep understanding of highway safety and public realm best practice. Their established working relationship with FM Conway, combined with their technical expertise and familiarity with Westminster’s streetscape and stakeholder requirements, will ensure a coordinated, high-quality design approach that supports efficient delivery and long-term value for the City.

Andrew Hansen, Chief Executive Officer at FM Conway said:
“We are proud to continue our long-standing relationship with the City of Westminster through this significant contract award. I look forward to building on the success of our shared past achievements in innovation and sustainability, while supporting the local communities across Westminster.

“This latest contract win reinforces FM Conway’s position as a leading infrastructure partner and is a testament to the service we have delivered, the close partnerships we have nurtured, and the consistent delivery of excellence that has shaped our reputation over the past 65 years." 

Councillor Tim Mitchell, Westminster Cabinet Member for Environment and City Management, said:

 “Following a detailed and competitive procurement process, we are pleased to award a modernised Highways & Public Realm contract to FM Conway. This new contract delivers clearer accountability, stronger oversight, and better value for money for our residents.

 “The new arrangements introduce independent assurance, tougher performance standards, and improved digital reporting, directly addressing lessons learned from previous contracts and ensuring a more responsive and transparent service.

 “FM Conway’s appointment follows a robust, multi‑bidder competition. Their established knowledge of Westminster’s network will support a smooth transition into a significantly enhanced contract that embeds our commitments to carbon reduction, climate resilience, social value, and high‑quality service delivery.”

Darren Pacey, Growth Director for Liveable Places, WSP said: 

“We’re delighted to continue our long‑standing relationship with FM Conway, working to help deliver a safe, reliable and high‑quality highways network and public realm for the City of Westminster. This contract builds on over two decades of collaboration in the city, and our teams look forward to supporting the delivery of schemes that enhance streets, public spaces and the everyday experience of residents and visitors."