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Top Ten Principles of Procurement as formulated by CE South West

Following the publication of the earlier guidance Outcome led procurement – A common sense approach to construction procurement1, the CE South West Procurement Forum has been looking at the procurement of construction projects through the eyes of its supply chain.

To ensure we meet the higher standards to which we all aspire and understand the milestones we must all meet, this guide is an essential publication for all procurement professionals.

When we are busy, our mental health is put on the back burner. This is partly due to mental health’s supposed imperceptible nature. The construction industry has always presented one of the busiest and most dynamic work environments....

The purpose of this Guide is to assist construction clients and to familiarise them with the issues surrounding the appointment of an architect in order that they can do so from a position of knowledge and so as to promote best practice.

The construction agenda remains challenging and requires a change of heart and minds to deliver improvement. Challenging the way in which the Construction Industry and other bodies in the country currently behave - collaboration and innovation are key.