What an F&B return scope covers
The scope depends on what the landlord provided, what the tenant installed and which systems must be retained, capped, removed or separately certified. Every F&B reinstatement includes the following specialist works.
Equipment and counters
Planned removal of movable kitchen equipment, counters, service bars, shelving, cold-room interfaces and tenant joinery. Equipment left for the next tenant is documented separately.
Exhaust and ventilation
Removal of tenant-installed exhaust hoods, ducting, fans and ventilation interfaces, with ceiling make-good and landlord requirements confirmed before removal.
Gas, water and drainage
Coordination of licensed gas disconnection, water supply termination, grease trap cleaning and capping, and drainage restoration by qualified parties to the agreed handover condition.
Power and fire (LEW/SCDF)
3-phase electrical disconnection by a Licensed Electrical Worker, fire suppression system restoration to SCDF-approved configuration, and FSSD documentation submission.
Dining area and storefront
Removal of banquettes, partitions, signs, menu boards and tenant finishes, followed by surface making-good, repainting and flooring restoration.
Cleaning and handover
Final deep cleaning after works, grease trap certification, snagging and a documented return condition for landlord and mall management inspection.
Regulatory compliance
F&B reinstatement in Singapore involves multiple regulatory bodies and licensed trades. MCSG coordinates all compliance requirements across every F&B project:
- Gas disconnection (EMA), All gas supply termination performed by a licensed gas service worker registered with the Energy Market Authority, with gas termination certificate submitted to City Gas and the landlord.
- SCDF / FSSD compliance, Kitchen fire suppression systems, wet chemical extinguishing, sprinkler heads and fire-rated partitions restored to original SCDF-approved configuration, with FSSD submission where required.
- LEW endorsement, All 3-phase electrical disconnection and distribution board removal endorsed by a Licensed Electrical Worker, with the Electrical Installation Certificate submitted to SP Group for account termination.
- NEA and City Gas coordination, Food establishment de-registration, grease trap cleaning and gas termination coordinated with NEA and City Gas where required.
- Building / mall management, Works scheduled within approved hours, with hoarding, protection and debris removal procedures followed for mall and strata-titled food premises.
- Public Liability Insurance, Full coverage for all works, including coverage for gas works, kitchen demolition and heavy equipment removal.
- Bare-shell handover, Complete strip-out to original bare-shell condition, with all tenant-installed kitchen, dining and M&E modifications removed and base-building services restored. Where the landlord requires a nominated contractor for gas or fire safety works, we coordinate directly to ensure seamless building management handover.
F&B reinstatement pricing
| Premises type | Condition tier | Price per sq ft | Typical 1,000 sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiosk / takeaway | Light (basic kitchen) | $8 - $12 | $8,000 - $12,000 |
| Café / small F&B | Medium (full kitchen) | $12 - $20 | $12,000 - $20,000 |
| Restaurant | Heavy (full kitchen, bar) | $20 - $35 | $20,000 - $35,000 |
| Large F&B / cloud kitchen | Heavy (multiple stations) | $25 - $40 | $25,000 - $40,000 |
Prices include LEW endorsement, debris disposal and basic cleaning. Gas termination fees, SCDF submission fees, grease trap cleaning certification and heavy equipment removal are quoted separately. GST applies at 9%.
F&B handover process
Review
Read the tenancy agreement, landlord fit-out manual, original drawings and mall management requirements. Confirm gas, SCDF and LEW scope.
Survey
Walk the site with the LEW and gas specialist, identify all tenant additions, confirm gas meter location and fire suppression system. Issue fixed-price quote.
Execute
Sequence equipment removal, exhaust demolition, gas disconnection, electrical and fire safety reinstatement within approved working hours. One accountable project manager.
Handover
Complete snagging, submit gas, LEW and SCDF certificates, deep clean the unit and attend the landlord or mall management turnover inspection.
Frequently asked questions
How much does F&B reinstatement cost in Singapore?
F&B reinstatement in Singapore costs $8 to $35 per sq ft depending on the kitchen complexity and condition. A typical 1,000 sq ft restaurant requires $8,000 to $35,000 including kitchen exhaust removal, grease trap make-good, gas disconnection, LEW electrical and flooring restoration. Units with full commercial kitchens, walk-in cold rooms and extensive M&E modifications can reach $35/sq ft. Gas termination and SCDF submission fees are quoted separately.
Who handles gas disconnection for F&B reinstatement?
Gas disconnection in Singapore must be performed by a licensed gas service worker registered with the Energy Market Authority. MCSG coordinates all gas disconnection as part of every F&B reinstatement, including the final gas meter reading, pipe capping and submission of the gas termination certificate to City Gas and the landlord. We also handle kitchen exhaust duct removal and grease trap cleaning.
Do F&B units require SCDF fire suppression reinstatement?
Yes. Most F&B premises in Singapore have kitchen fire suppression systems, including wet chemical extinguishing systems, sprinkler heads and fire-rated partitions. Reinstatement must restore these to the original SCDF-approved configuration. MCSG coordinates all fire safety reinstatement with the building's fire safety officer and submits the required FSSD documentation where applicable.
Can MCSG handle kitchen exhaust and grease trap removal?
Yes. MCSG handles full kitchen exhaust system removal, including hoods, ductwork, fans and roof-mounted exhaust units. We also coordinate grease trap cleaning, certification and capping, ensuring the drainage system is returned to the original condition. All exhaust removal includes ceiling make-good and fire seal restoration where ductwork penetrated fire-rated partitions.
What happens to the SP Group and City Gas accounts after reinstatement?
We coordinate the full utilities closure process, including the final meter readings for both electricity and gas, submission of the LEW Electrical Installation Certificate and gas termination certificate, and account closure with SP Group and City Gas. Without proper certification, utility providers may refuse to close the accounts, leaving the tenant liable for ongoing charges.
Related services
- Retail reinstatement, mall and shophouse handover with SCDF compliance
- M&E electrical reinstatement, standalone LEW-endorsed 3-phase electrical decommissioning
- Office reinstatement, full office make-good with partitions, ceilings and flooring
- Industrial reinstatement, JTC-compliant warehouse and factory handover
F&B lease ending soon?
Send the unit address, mall or landlord name, lease-end date and photos of the kitchen on WhatsApp. We will conduct a site assessment and return a fixed-price quote with gas and SCDF timeline within 24 hours.
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