Supply Chain

Loop launches Social Value survey


Loop have launched a survey, which aims to identify where the wider industry sits on social value, and where things can be improved.

Platform Design – Why a Single Modular Solution Cannot Create a Platform


David Johnson, shares his thoughts on the future of offsite construction, MMC and modular construction in the UK.

SME success with Sellafield


The Programme and Project Partners at Sellafield have awarded more than £3Bn worth of contracts since mobilising in 2019.

£4.5Bn Southern Construction Framework confirms contractors


The winning contractors for the fifth generation SCF Construct framework, have been announced

New levy for affordable housing and local infrastructure


A new levy will see developers pay a fairer share for affordable housing and local infrastructure such as roads, schools and GP surgeries.

Patent protection granted for innovative ‘hammock-style bath’


This patent of the month is for a bath with an innovative drainage system that allows it to be suspended above the floor, like a hammock.

What is Social Value and how does it help suppliers to win work with the public sector?


Guy Battle, CEO, Social Value Portal offers his unique perspective on what it takes to win new contract

Surveying and construction: five key predictions for 2023


It is no exaggeration that last year was hugely eventful, with far-reaching implications, in this article we look at key trends in 2023.

Taking up timber: How regulation is changing the way we use sustainable materials in construction


There has been a renewed interest in the greenest of building materials: timber.

Crown Commercial awards offsite contract


CCS has awarded a new agreement for offsite construction.