Shopfitting CAT A & B

CAT A & CAT B shopfitting delivered with a clear programme and premium finish — from shell & core readiness (CAT A) to fully fitted, branded interiors (CAT B) for retail, office and business units.

Best for
Retail & offices
Scope
CAT A / CAT B
Focus
Fit-out finish
Shopfitting CAT A & CAT B — modern retail space fit-out example

What you get

A structured approach with clear scope, quality delivery, and reliable communication.

CAT A + CAT B delivery

Flexible scope depending on handover condition and tenant requirements.

Programme control

Milestones aligned to trading/occupancy deadlines.

High-end finish

Quality detailing, clean lines and presentation.

Safe site standards

Controlled working and disciplined site management.

Why clients choose RIB

We focus on clarity and quality: tight scope, clean finish, and structured delivery.

  • CAT A: base build readiness — ceilings, M&E first fix, lighting, fire/safety basics (scope dependent)
  • CAT B: full fit-out — partitions, finishes, flooring, decoration, brand presentation
  • Retail/office/business unit shopfitting with clean handover and snag control
  • Clear scope and change control to protect time and budget
Typical deliverables

This service is delivered with clear documentation and a defined process. Exact deliverables depend on project scope and site conditions.

Scope & estimate

Clear breakdown of work, timeline and costs.

Work plan

Structured steps and key milestones.

Quality handover

Final checks, tidy finish, and completion summary.

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How it works

A simple, structured journey from first call to delivery.

STEP 1
Brief & objectives

Understand your brand requirements, use-case, constraints and deadlines.

STEP 2
Scope & programme

Define CAT A/CAT B scope, inclusions, milestones and estimate route.

STEP 3
Fit-out delivery

Trades coordinated in stages with quality checks and progress updates.

STEP 4
Snag & handover

Final checks, snag resolution, clean handover aligned to occupancy.

CAT A vs CAT B

CAT A vs CAT B — what’s included

Clear scope is everything in commercial fit-outs — here’s what each stage typically includes.

CAT A (Base build readiness)
  • Ceilings and base finishes (scope dependent)
  • M&E first fix / basic lighting provision (scope dependent)
  • Fire/safety basics and compliance items (as required)
  • A clean ‘ready for tenant’ handover standard
CAT B (Tenant fit-out)
  • Partitions, joinery, feature finishes and detailing
  • Flooring, decoration, brand presentation elements
  • Final M&E second fix aligned to the tenant layout
  • Snagging, deep clean and occupancy-ready handover

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to common questions about this service.

What’s the difference between CAT A and CAT B?

CAT A prepares the space to a base-build standard (ready for a tenant fit-out). CAT B is the full tenant fit-out: partitions, finishes, flooring, decoration, branding and final presentation.

Can you deliver CAT A and CAT B as one package?

Yes — we can scope and deliver either stage independently or as a combined programme depending on your handover condition.

Do you work to tight deadlines for handover/opening?

Yes — we plan milestones to align with occupancy or trading deadlines and keep progress visible throughout.

Can you minimise disruption in occupied buildings?

Where required we can plan access routes, work windows and staged delivery to reduce disruption.

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