In short
IHG Brands procures FF&E and OS&E for hotels, residences, restaurants and offices in Qatar, managed from our Dubai office.
We deliver an approved design as a coordinated package: sourcing, submittals, factory checks, freight to Doha and installation support, with one team accountable from order to handover.
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| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Delivered from | Dubai, United Arab Emirates (IHG Brands Lighting LLC, Al Quoz). One team manages sourcing, QC, freight and site delivery. |
| Projects | Hotels and resorts, serviced apartments, branded residences, villas, restaurants, retail and offices. |
| Scope options | Supply only · supply and install · full FF&E/OS&E procurement management for the owner or contractor. |
| What to send | FF&E schedule or BOQ, drawings, specifications, target opening date and site address. |
| Cities | Doha, Lusail, The Pearl, West Bay and resort projects. |
| Entry routes | By sea into Hamad Port, or by road from the UAE through Saudi Arabia (Abu Samra crossing). |
| Customs note | General guidance only: duty, certificates and labelling for Qatar are confirmed per shipment with the appointed broker before goods leave the factory. |
How FF&E reaches a Qatar site
Most Qatar FF&E packages combine furniture made in the region with lighting, fabrics and décor from Europe and Asia. Consolidating in Dubai lets the items be inspected and packed by room or by floor before shipping, so the Doha site receives what it can install.
Road freight from the UAE crosses Saudi Arabia, so transit documents are prepared for both borders; sea freight into Hamad Port suits larger or less urgent loads.
- Hotel refurbishments and soft-refurbishment programmes
- Serviced apartments and branded residences
- Restaurants, cafés and lounges
- Private villas and majlis interiors
What is included
| Stage | What IHG Brands does |
|---|---|
| Specification review | Checks the FF&E schedule for missing data, conflicts and long-lead items before pricing. |
| Sourcing | Prices specified items as drawn and offers approved like-for-like options where needed. |
| Approvals | Issues shop drawings and samples and keeps an approval log. |
| QC | Inspects against approved samples before goods are released. |
| Logistics | Consolidates, ships and coordinates customs clearance with the broker. |
| Site | Delivers by floor or zone, supports installation and closes snags. |
How the procurement runs
- 01
Scope and documents
Review of the FF&E schedule, BOQ, drawings and specifications, and agreement on what is in scope: supply only, supply and install, or full procurement management.
- 02
Sourcing and bid comparison
Specified items are priced as drawn; where an alternative is needed, like-for-like options are presented side by side for the designer to approve. No substitutions without written approval.
- 03
Submittals and samples
Shop drawings, finish samples and material data are issued for approval and every decision is logged, so the approval trail is clear for the owner, operator and designer.
- 04
Production and QC
Production is tracked against the programme, with inspections before shipment against the approved samples and specifications.
- 05
Logistics and customs
Packing, consolidation, freight, customs documentation and delivery are sequenced floor by floor to match site readiness.
- 06
Installation and handover
Placement, snagging, warranties and as-supplied documentation are handed over so the operator can open on time.
Frequently asked questions
Does IHG Brands deliver FF&E to Qatar?
Yes. Qatar projects are managed from Dubai, with freight by sea into Hamad Port or by road through Saudi Arabia, and installation support on site.
How long does FF&E take for a Doha hotel?
It depends on customisation, approvals and freight. The programme is set after reviewing the FF&E schedule; long-lead items such as bespoke lighting and upholstered pieces are ordered first.
Can you handle a soft refurbishment while the hotel is open?
Yes. Deliveries can be phased floor by floor to match room blocks taken out of service, with removal and installation coordinated with the hotel.
What should I send to get a proposal?
The FF&E schedule or BOQ, drawings, specifications, the site address and the target date.
Share your FF&E schedule or BOQ
Send drawings, a BOQ or a brief. The Dubai team replies with scope, programme and next steps. Monday to Saturday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm (Gulf Standard Time). Closed on Sunday.