City Facilities Management secures decade-long Coles deal
City Facilities Management has signed a new 10-year agreement with Coles Group. It extends a 17-year partnership covering facilities management across Coles' national supply chain and retail network.
New 10-year agreement follows 17 years of City Facilities Management partnering with Coles Group.
What does City Facilities Management's 10-year Coles deal mean for trade subcontractors?
Trades subcontracting to large facilities managers, such as plumbers, electricians and HVAC techs, may see steady maintenance work across Coles sites. Long contracts can shape who wins subcontracts.
Key takeaways
- City Facilities Management has signed a new 10-year deal with Coles Group.
- The agreement follows a 17-year partnership between the two companies.
- The deal covers facilities management across Coles' national supply chain and retail network.
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