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IMAF Supplier Panel Member for Interim Fire Alarm Systems

BLEC Group is an IMAF supplier panel member, providing interim fire alarm surveys, design, installation and commissioning for eligible residential and student accommodation buildings in England.

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WHO WE ARE

BLEC Group Joins the IMAF Approved Supplier Panel

The Interim Measures Alarm Fund (IMAF) helps cover the cost of installing temporary fire alarm systems to replace or reduce the need for waking watch measures in residential buildings across England.

BLEC Group is proud to be an approved contractor on the Interim Measures Alarm Fund (IMAF) panel, a government-backed initiative managed by Homes England that supports the installation of interim fire alarm systems in residential buildings where fire strategies require modification.

As an approved IMAF contractor, BLEC Group can assist landlords, housing providers, residential management companies, freeholders, and developers in accessing funding for compliant fire alarm installations that enhance resident safety while longer-term remediation works are planned or undertaken.

Looking for an IMAF-approved fire alarm contractor?

Speak to BLEC Group about your building and arrange a site survey.

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Why Choose Us

Why Choose BLEC Group?

At BLEC Group, we specialise in designing, installing, commissioning and maintaining fire alarm systems for clients across the UK.

As a BAFE SP203-1 accredited contractor and NICEIC Approved Contractor, BLEC Group provides clients with confidence that all works are delivered to the highest industry standards.

What is the interim measures alarm fund?

The Interim Measures Alarm Fund was launched by the UK Government to support the installation of temporary fire alarm systems in residential buildings where a waking watch is in place or where changes to the building’s fire strategy require additional life safety measures.
The fund aims to reduce the financial burden on leaseholders and building owners while ensuring residents are protected through compliant and professionally installed fire alarm systems.

A key requirement of the fund is that all installations must be carried out by an approved contractor from the IMAF panel.

What does this mean for building owners and managing agents?

If your building currently operates a waking watch or requires interim fire safety measures due to remediation works, the IMAF scheme may provide access to government funding for the installation of a compliant fire alarm system.

BLEC Group can support you through the entire process, including:

Who We Serve

IMAF fire alarm installation for eligible buildings

We provide IMAF-supported common fire alarm installations for eligible residential and student accommodation in England, helping replace or reduce reliance on waking watch while longer-term fire safety remediation is progressed.

High-Rise Residential Buildings

We install interim fire alarm systems in high-rise residential buildings where additional life safety measures are required.

Retirement Living Developments

We install interim fire alarm systems in eligible retirement living developments where additional alarm provision is required.

Mixed-Use Residential Schemes

We provide interim fire alarm installations for eligible mixed-use developments containing residential accommodation.

Apartment Blocks

We provide common fire alarm installations for apartment blocks where an interim system is needed to reduce reliance on waking watch.

Student Accommodation

We install interim fire alarm systems in eligible student accommodation where additional fire safety measures are required.

Housing Association Properties

We provide IMAF-supported fire alarm installations for eligible housing association properties requiring interim life safety measures.

Nationwide Coverage

IMAF Fire Alarm Services Across the UK

Based in Plymouth, BLEC Group delivers IMAF fire alarm installation, servicing and fault response across mainland UK, from the South West to cities including Manchester and Liverpool.

South West

Plymouth

Devon

Cornwall

Bristol

South & South East

London

Hampshire

Surrey

Hertfordshire

Oxfordshire

Midlands & North

Birmingham

Manchester

Liverpool

Leeds

Nottingham

Wales

South Wales

Cardiff

Swansea

Nationwide IMAF coverage

We cover mainland UK on a project basis, so whether you’re managing a residential block in Plymouth, a development in London or a building in Manchester or Liverpool, our team can assess your requirements and confirm coverage.

Send us your postcode and project details — we’ll confirm the best way to support your IMAF fire alarm requirements.

How We Work

From survey to a commissioned interim alarm

Once your IMAF project is approved, our directly employed engineers manage the fire alarm installation from survey through to commissioning.

Step One

Survey & Scope

We assess the building and establish the requirements for the interim alarm.

Step Two

Design & Quotation

We develop the system design and provide a clear, detailed quotation.

Step Three

Installation & Commissioning

We install, test and commission the approved fire alarm system, completing the required handover documentation.

Step Four

Servicing & Support

We provide ongoing servicing, maintenance and fault support to keep your system operational.

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Common Questions

Need an IMAF Fire Alarm Quotation?

As an IMAF supplier panel member and BAFE SP203-1 certified fire alarm specialist, we can survey your building, develop the proposed interim fire alarm system and provide a quotation for the approved scope of works.

Still have questions?

Talk to BLEC Group about your IMAF fire alarm requirements.

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What does IMAF funding cover?

IMAF funds the reasonable capital costs of installing a common fire alarm system in eligible buildings, subject to the programme requirements and Homes England approval.

Who is eligible for IMAF funding?

IMAF is available to eligible residential and student accommodation buildings in England. The building must have technical documentation or other supporting evidence identifying the need for an interim measures alarm.

Who can apply for IMAF funding?

Applications can be made by a Responsible Entity, Responsible Person or authorised representative of a Responsible Entity. Leaseholders and residents cannot apply directly and should contact the building owner or managing agent.

Does IMAF cover waking watch costs?

No. IMAF does not fund waking watch costs. Instead, the fund supports common fire alarm installations that can replace or mitigate the need for waking watch where feasible.

Does IMAF cover fire alarm maintenance or repairs?

No. IMAF does not fund maintenance, repair, removal or conversion costs. These are separate from the capital installation costs covered by the fund.

Does BLEC Group apply for IMAF funding?

The IMAF application is made by the eligible Responsible Entity, Responsible Person or authorised representative. Once eligibility has been confirmed, BLEC Group can provide the required quotation and undertake approved works as an IMAF supplier panel member.

When can BLEC Group provide an IMAF quotation?

After Homes England has confirmed that your building is eligible, you can obtain a quotation from a firm on the IMAF supplier panel. BLEC Group can then assess the building, establish the scope of works and prepare the quotation for submission to Homes England.