Construction and consultancy group AMEC began providing the mechanical and electrical services for Barclays Capital Services at Canary Wharf on January 1, 2001, following a competitive tendering exercise. The team based at the corporate headquarters will provide services for two properties covering a total floor area of approximately 700,000 sq. ft. They will provide a comprehensive, 24/7 service covering the operation and maintenance of engineering services plus the provision of new works. The activities will include state-of-the-art condition-monitoring techniques for the key plant and the implementation of a condition-based maintenance regime. The output-based contract incorporates a comprehensive performance-related measurement scheme involving a range of performance indicators.