Council-backed regeneration Be First is a wholly council-owned regeneration company, enabling access to public sector partnerships, funding channels, and risk-sharing opportunities for development projects in Barking and Dagenham, which can be leveraged to pursue joint venture, framework or delivery contracts.

Scale and pipeline Ambitious growth plan to deliver 50,000 homes and 20,000 jobs over 20 years indicates a steady, long-term pipeline and recurring demand for construction services, planning consultancy, and project management capabilities.

Strategic partnerships Active collaboration with major builders and partners (Wates, Mulally, McLaren, McLaren Property Group) and recognition from industry awards position Be First as a preferred client for contractors, materials, and interdisciplinary services.

In-house service model As both developer and development manager delivering planning and land assembly, Be First presents a potential client for end-to-end services as well as potential subcontracting opportunities for specialized trades, design, and consulting.

Sustainable urban focus Mission-driven project delivery with social value, housing and job creation, and brownfield placemaking aligns with sustainability-oriented suppliers, modular/off-site manufacturing, and green retrofit technologies seeking alignment with public regeneration goals.