VM Elevators secures CHAS Elite certification
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VM Elevators, a leading independent lift and escalator specialist, has achieved CHAS Elite certification, reinforcing its commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. The award strengthens the company's ability to secure large-scale contracts, simplifies the pre-qualification process, and enhances its credibility in a competitive industry.
Construction project presses home the advantage of using Hoist & Winch
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To ensure the safe, effective and efficient transfer of plant equipment into the basement energy room of a new residential tower block in London, a major construction project leveraged the advantages of appointing Hoist & Winch Ltd as its supplier of turnkey lifting equipment. Tasked with meeting the requirements of a technically challenging brief, Hoist & Winch demonstrated why it has become the nation’s go-to solution provider of high-quality lifting systems.
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The new Central Digital Platform: What you need to know
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The government is set to launch its Central Digital Platform (CDP) in February 2025, aligning with the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023. Contrary to some misconceptions, the CDP does not replace the need for supplier prequalification, but it is being billed as a significant step in modernising public services, streamlining procurement activities, and opening new opportunities for suppliers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Ian McKinnon, Chief Product Officer, Veriforce CHAS shares what you need to know.
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What does the Procurement Act 2023 mean for Social Value?
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With the Procurement Act 2023 set to 'go live' in February 2025, Ian McKinnon, Chief Product Officer at Veriforce CHAS, explores the background of Social Value and where it fits in relation to the Act.
As many businesses can evidence, Social Value has become a core component in public sector procurement over the last ten years. Yet, while Social Value is far from a new concept, its integration has proved slow. Hampered by a lack of clarity around its definition and measurement, it has been left open to interpretation.
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Seven issues affecting the construction industry in 2025
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The construction industry is navigating a period of significant change, shaped by new government initiatives, regulatory shifts, technological advancements, and global challenges. These factors are creating both obstacles and opportunities for growth. Ian McKinnon, Managing Director, Veriforce CHAS (pictured), highlights some critical issues that will define the sector in 2025 and outlines how industry players can adapt.
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