BASINGSTOKE-based builder and property services giant Kier Group has won an £8m contract to maintain mechanical and electrical services for Hampshire County Council.

The deal covers the eastern side of the county, from Farnborough down to Havant and Hayling Island, at a value of £1.6m a year for five years.

This latest award boosts Kier's annual turnover in public sector work to almost £18m. Its current list of authorities includes Portsmouth city, West Berkshire district,Cornwall and Hertfordshire counties.