Scope

 In recent years, the tasks entrusted to the Maritime Squadron have grown rapidly. With the investment of additional craft in mind such as the procurement of the rigid hulled inflatable boats it was necessary to enhance further the berthing facilities. Site of the project History

 The current Base Facility at Haywharf, which has a footprint of 11,500m², provides a significant variety of infrastructural support facilities, all of which are vital to ensure the highest level of availability of patrol and response assets.  Over the years the need to construct this facility arose mainly due to increased operational requirements and enhanced reaction time with respect to operations. General facts regarding this project

 This project involved the Design and build of the Rapid Deployment (RD) RHIB launching facility. The facility also included an administration block, barrack rooms, storage and training facilities.  The project was completed by end June 2015.  The total cost of the project was of €5,277,868.22 of which 75% were financed through EU funds through European Border Fund 2013, and 25% contributed from National Funds. Key stakeholders involved in the design, planning and preparation of this project

 Armed Forces of – Integrated Logistics Branch and Property Management and Development Branch  Ministry for Home Affairs and National Security  Ministry for Transport and Infrastructure  Ministry of Finance / Department of Contracts  Ministry for European Affairs & Imp. of Electoral Manifesto  Superintendence of Cultural Heritage Office  Malta Environment and Planning Authority  Government Property Department  Valletta Rehabilitation Project  Restoration Unit Directorate Key Milestones of the Project

 January 2014: Confirmation from Authorities that Maritime Squadron was not to be relocated from Haywharf  April 2014: Project Selection Committee (FPD) project approval  April 2014: Preparation of a detailed Project Description Statement for stakeholders and project applications  May-July 2014: Drafting of Tender Document – Application submission and approval by MEPA  End August 2014: Publication of Tender  17-30 October 2014: Evaluation of tender and Adjudication  1st December 2014: Order to start works  30th June 2015: End of Project Program of Works – Completion dates

 1st December 2014: Order to start works  18th June 2015: Civil works completion date  Block 1 – 3rd June 2015  Block 2 – 25th May 2015  Block 3 – 1st June 2015  Block 4 – 9th June 2015  External areas – 16th June 2015  RHIB Shed – 18th June 2015  16th June 2015: Marine works completion date  22th June 2015: M&E works completion date  Overall Works – 11th May 2015  Commissioning – 22nd June 2015  26th June 2015: Finishes works completion date  Block 1 – 26th June 2015  Block 2 – 17th June 2015  Block 3 – 25th June 2015  Block 4 – 15th June 2015  30th June 2015: Completion date Phasing of the overall project

 Planning and design phase  Demolition and construction phase  Extension of quay and marine works  Installation of a concrete prefabricated structure  Mechanical and electrical works  Finishes and furnishings  External works and construction of rain water reservoir Project images: 1 - Demolition Project images: 2 – Land reclamation Project images: 3 – Construction Works Project images: 4 – Precast Works Project images: 5 – Precast Wall Panels Project images: 6 – Civil Works in Progress Project images: 7 – M&Es works Project images: 8 – Finishes and furnishings Project images: 9 – Completed Works Project images: 10 – Completed Works Project images: 11 – Completed Works Project images: 12 – Completed Works Project images: 13 – Completed Works ACHIEVEMENTS

 All mission-related equipment in a single location. Crews can prepare for deployment more efficiently.

 Generating a second Fast Interceptor in addition to the high- readiness boat is now quicker and more efficient using the launching facilities within the boat hangar.

 Maintenance tasks and servicing can be completed far more efficiently and under cover from the elements thus permitting a higher overall availability of craft. ACHIEVEMENTS

 Storage facilities will allow better organisation of and access to the various technical spares required to support the operation of the various craft.

 Sustaining multiple craft for extended operations is now possible, especially when coupled with other improvements to the base infrastructure such as the refuelling system. QUESTIONS?

CONSTRUCTION/REFURBISHMENT OF AFM HANGARS AND ANCILLARY FACILITIES AT AIR WING

Construction/Refurbishment of AFM Hangars including building the necessary facilities for the upkeep of fixed wing and rotary aircraft operated by the .

Hangar 2, which was commissioned in 1994, requires structural refurbishment and maintenance.

Ancillary facilities include the refurbishment of Air Wing administration block, installation of A1 refueling station and upgrade of apron to increase the operational capability of Air Wing and enhance Border Control. Construction of a new seismic proof Joint Operations Centre (OPSCEN) and ancillary facilities

• Design, Build and Equip a new Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) Command, Control and Communications (C3) at Barracks, Malta. • The new OPSCEN will be designed in a way to enhance communications and situational awareness so that decision makers would be able to take informed decisions in a safe and secure environment. Improving the security of Ammo and Explosives ammunition storage facilities at Fort

The strengthening of the integrity of Fort Mosta (Upper Fort Storage facilities and Lower Magazines) through physical means.

1. the erection of a new adequate high density mesh perimeter fence 2. a complementary double leaf swing gate and two pedestrian gates 3. the installation of flood lights and lightening protection 4. the extension the current CCTV system 5. the installation of a check point facility 6. installation of an adequate fire fighting system and the installation of new extractor fans in the Lower Magazines. QUESTIONS?