The company originally started life as a Church, School and House decorator, but in order to keep pace with changing social and industry trends has evolved numerous times through the decades to its current role as a Principal Building, Refurbishment and Framework Contracting specialist.
Throughout its development, William’s desire to ‘do the best possible job and show a keen eye for detail’ has remained at the heart of the firm’s approach and, today, the Management Team still use these principles when recruiting staff and developing the tradespeople of the future.
K-SOC/Protect invests heavily in cutting edge technology to provide our clients with an innovative and inclusive security service. Our high specification alarm receiving and
monitoring centre enables us to keep response times enviably sharp and to provide reliable and professional assistance.
Our fully trained team are on hand to deal with security incidents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As part of our comprehensive service, we closely monitor response times to ensure that all of our clients are receiving the best possible care and the utmost in personal safety.
Established in 1996 and are honoured to hold a number of nationally recognised accreditations. Cougar are approved by the Security Industry Authority as an
approved contractor for keyholding, security guarding and public space CCTV; and have received the NSI’s Gold Standard EMS & Health and Safety accreditations.
We are a social housing landlord providing 22,000 homes across the West Midlands. We started life in Walsall, where most of our homes are, and it is still the place that anchors us. Guided by our 2030 plan, we’re building greener homes, improving safety and investing in regeneration that delivers lasting social value. We provide complementary support services to customers if and when they need it, spanning health and wellbeing, jobs and training, life skills and money advice. We’re a strategic partner of Homes England and are working with like-minded organisations to build more homes and help create sustainable and resilient communities fit for the future. We’ve been named a Best Place to Work 2025.
The Sandwell Colleges
As the largest 16-19 education provider in the West Midlands we empower students with top-tier education, support, and facilities for future success.
Delivering education across multiple sites, each campus specialises in supporting students on their chosen pathway. Sandwell College – A leading provider of technical and vocational education, offering over 100 courses across key industries, a comprehensive apprenticeship programme, and many not all T Level routes. In 2026, we will expand further with the opening of Cradley Heath Skills Campus and a brand new innovative Learning Campus at Midland Metropolitan Hospital, providing unique opportunities for specialist skills development in health and social care.
Central Saint Michael’s Sixth Form – Sandwell’s centre for A Level excellence, equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed for university and professional careers.
Cadbury Sixth Form College – A specialist centre for A Levels and vocational learning in Kings Norton, focused on academic achievement and career progression.
Keon Homes has the capability, flexibility, and financial strength to deliver medium to large-scale projects of high complexity, including Extra Care schemes and residential housing developments. Keon operates a brownfield-first, land-led model; finding, securing, and purchasing suitable sites, with in-house design and build services helping to unlock complex schemes. A versatile approach to construction techniques, combined with experience in sustainable design and Modern Methods of Construction, underpins the company's future growth.
Partnership is fundamental to how Keon operates, building strong, trusting relationships with clients and supply chains alike. Keon sits on a number of construction frameworks enabling Local Authorities and Housing Associations to procure services via Direct Award or Mini Tender, including the City of Wolverhampton large sites framework, under which Keon is currently delivering more than ten brownfield regeneration schemes.
Community impact remains central to Keon's approach: through its charitable Trust, the Noel Sweeney Foundation, the company supports local causes across the Black Country. As part of Tara Group, Keon also works alongside sister companies Cameron Homes, focused on residential housebuilding, and Chasetown Civil Engineering, delivering civil engineering and infrastructure services, together forming the Group's broader offering across the sector.
Welcome to SV Contracts – Your Trusted Principal Contractor
With over a decade of expertise in construction, refurbishment, and fit-out projects, SV Contracts is the partner of choice for businesses across the UK. We specialise in delivering high-quality, tailored solutions for commercial, retail, industrial, and care environments. Our approach is built on strong client relationships, expert project management, and a commitment to delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standard.
From revitalising office spaces to purpose-built retail outlets and upgrading industrial facilities, we take a comprehensive approach to every project. Our clients trust us to manage all aspects, from planning and design through to construction and final fit-out
Whether you require a minor refurbishment or significant development works, SV Contracts ensures seamless execution with minimal disruption.
Fordhouses Cricket Club was formed in April 1927 and since that time have played a significant role in the life and times of the local community. Although the Club has gone through substantial change, it still continues to embrace the ‘ethos of community’. We are committed to meeting the challenges of managing a sustainable ‘not for profit’ community based sports and social club. Fordhouses Cricket Club prides itself in fostering a family atmosphere where lifelong friendships and memories are created. Our focus during the foreseeable future is best summed up by the points below and we welcome your support in helping achieve these goals.
