AMC Access Control System
Nigeria
23 Months
100% Completed
Project Background
At M-P Infrastructure, we engineer the technologies that power smarter living. As part of our commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology infrastructure, we implemented one of the most advanced estate access control systems in Nigeria at Awka Millennium City (AMC). AMC is a flagship smart city designed, developed, and delivered by M-P Infrastructure. Our goal was to create a living environment where security is not just visible but seamlessly integrated into everyday life. To achieve this, we installed a multi-layered security system built on globally trusted technologies. At the heart of the system is Gallagher, a global leader in integrated access control. Residents benefit from NEDAP Long-Range Car Readers, which recognize authorized vehicles on approach and allow for hands-free, automatic entry.
All vehicle entry points are protected by Boom Barriers with embedded spike strips, serving as a strong deterrent to unauthorized access. Pedestrian security is handled with equal precision. We deployed Gunnebo full-height turnstiles and Resident Wave biometric readers, ensuring that only verified individuals can enter or exit the estate. This setup maintains smooth yet controlled movement across all entry points. Everything is managed from a central control room, where estate-wide access is monitored in real time. A comprehensive CCTV surveillance network provides full visual coverage of all critical areas within and around the estate. In the event of any suspicious activity, our system activates an immediate rapid response, with teams arriving in under two minutes.
This project demonstrates what M-P Infrastructure delivers through technology infrastructure. It is more than a system. It is a secure, intelligent foundation that enhances everyday life and ensures long-term value for residents. The access control system at AMC reflects the future of urban living, smart, safe, and purposefully built.
Project Objectives
The project objectives were derived from the client brief.To create a world class facility that would serve as a hub for the strategic planning and training of senior military officers.The facility also provided, leisure and recreation for officers.A portion of the facility provided residency for officers and a lodge for the DSA Chief.It incorporated a work space, study rooms and restaurant, a gym hall and massage rooms.All listed objectives were fully surpassed at the project commissioning.The project was commissioned by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa on the 23rd November 2023.
Project Constrains / Problems
Undervalued/measured BOQ
Uncaptured work items on BOQ but reflected on drawings
Unrealistic project duration presented to client at the planning phase.
Lack of clarity/definite statement on some work scope. Examples are in wall screeding, connection of the completed facility to power and water source.
Most military projects do not entertain variation after contract signing. This became obvious during the implementation.
The structural Engineer was mostly unavailable when he was needed to provide clarity on design issues or when additional details were required.
Undocumented verbal agreement during meetings leading to the award of the contract could not be substantiated during critical times. The client simply denied and the onus to prove was on us.
Uneconomical structural design.
Site was abandoned by the SBC responsible for the POP and screeding because the BOQ for the work items had discrepancies at implementation. Over four (4) weeks was lost before another SBC was engaged for the same activity.
A procurement officer must take charge of all procurement activities in fairly huge project.
Project Sucess
The project objectives were derived from the client brief.To create a world class facility that would serve as a hub for the strategic planning and training of senior military officers.The facility also provided, leisure and recreation for officers.A portion of the facility provided residency for officers and a lodge for the DSA Chief.It incorporated a work space, study rooms and restaurant, a gym hall and massage rooms.All listed objectives were fully surpassed at the project commissioning.The project was commissioned by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa on the 23rd November 2023.
Project Impact
Time lines were negatively impacted. This led to project extension.
Profit margins became slimmer or sometimes non-existence.
Valuable time were lost undertaking reconciliations and unwarranted meetings.
Recommendations
Every work scope most be captured in details to avoid conflict on site.
All verbal agreement must be documented and signed off by both parties.
Future military projects must be negotiated with fine margins as military projects do not entertain variations. Contractors are also coerced into undertaking additional responsibilities which are outside project scope.
Structural designs must be economic.
Our structural design priorities should emphasis more functionality with aesthetics complimenting functionality.
Procurement officers must be involved on site of fairly huge projects. This gives the site Engineer more time for quality delivery which are his core responsibilities
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