We have the only collaborative construction frameworks using an alliance approach, called the framework alliance contract (FAC-1). It allows you to select different suppliers to work collaboratively, with shared success factors, to drive efficiencies at project and programme level. We aim to encourage more collaborative working and partnering to safely deliver innovation to our customers, on time and to budget.
Let us help you build a stronger future
We know your buying decisions have the power to really drive how effective and efficient your building assets are. That is why we are developing new and innovative solutions so our construction services meet the needs of the whole of the public sector to design, manage, onsite construct, offsite manufacturer, repair, demolish and decommission as needed across the UK.
We offer the biggest construction frameworks in the country, driving industry change in support of the government’s construction strategy. Our frameworks include flexible procurement and contract options and we have a team packed full of industry experience from multiple sectors and all tiers of the supply chain to support customers and suppliers. Our construction commercial agreements provide value for money solutions with the lowest levy to suppliers and income, invested back into the public sector to support government for future iterations.
Watch the short video to find out more about our Construction category. You can also read the script of the video.
Helping the public sector to build back better
We also help you to deliver against government policies. This includes working with SMEs, driving standardisation, fair payment, apprenticeships, modern slavery, social value, modern methods of construction, Building Information Modelling (BIM), digital, and compliance with environmental, security and health and safety standards.
The Construction Playbook aims to encourage collaboration and better strategic relationships between the public and private sectors and to drive improvement and innovation within the construction industry.
Having been an integral part of the task force in its development, CCS continues to be part of the steering group supporting and overseeing the Playbook’s implementation.
We have been able to put a lot of the Playbook’s policy areas into practice during our support to customers in response to COVID-19 and our current construction agreements include all of these policy areas, putting us in a great position to support you at any stage of your project or programme, and giving you the assurance that you are contributing to a more robust and sustainable industry which can build back better.
In these days of climate concern, the UK government is spearheading the move towards zero emissions. Eco-friendly and sustainable construction solutions are crucial if the UK is to meet the net zero emission targets set for 2050, now enshrined in UK Law.
While current use of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) is still relatively low, there is an increasing acceptance of the importance of eco-friendly solutions and the need to embrace MMC. It’s incumbent on constructors and their customers to consider the environment in their projects.
Designing for efficient use of assets is key and we can support you with appropriate material selection, expert advice from within our supply chain and help you benefit from early decision making to achieve the outcomes you need.
We can help you with
-
Construction Professional Services
Construction professional services across a wide range of disciplines and functions to support, guide and provide project management, design, cost and advisory services.
-
Construction Works and Associated Services
A full suite of construction works and services arrangements, this agreement enables development and management of your built asset and estates requirements.
-
Modular Solutions
For permanent or temporary modular and portable buildings required by UK public sector bodies. Customers can purchase or hire modular buildings designed and fabricated to their particular specification.
-
Building Materials & Equipment
A comprehensive range of goods and materials to support construction and maintenance requirements. Market leading suppliers provide plumbing and heating, electrical, timber and joinery and flooring.
Join the conversation
We’ve created a LinkedIn Construction Community for customers to access our latest updates, framework information and industry insights.
We’re working to drive industry change in support of the government’s construction strategy. Our team has a wealth of experience from multiple sectors and throughout all tiers of the supply chain to support customers.
Join the community and comment, ask questions and tell us how we can help you add power to your procurement.
“Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust selected Crown Commercial Service Construction Works and Associated Services (CWAS) framework to provide a rapid procurement route for a number of our major capital projects this year. We chose CCS as our delivery partner as their framework solution offered a greater choice of supplier options.
The CWAS framework solution also offered us more flexibility in the design, management and assessment in our procurement process, as well as the contract form and it provided us with greater confidence in the continuity of service we required.”
Kyle McClelland
Redevelopment Project Director, Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Blogs, news and case studies
-
Nottingham College appoints local SME to carry out a restoration project on their Grade II listed campus
The college received ‘excellent guidance and service’ when procuring construction works through CCS.
Read more about Nottingham College appoints local SME to carry out a restoration project on their Grade II listed campus -
West Lothian College complete building extension against the clock thanks to Construction framework
Faced with a tight deadline, Crown Commercial Service helped the college to complete their extension project on time and within budget by using the Construction framework
Read more about West Lothian College complete building extension against the clock thanks to Construction framework -
The Construction Playbook – what is it and what does it mean for you?
The Construction Playbook is a government guidance document about sourcing and contracting public works projects and was launched by Cabinet Office in December 2020.
Read more about The Construction Playbook – what is it and what does it mean for you?
Knowledge is power
Our Construction team have used their deep category knowledge to create a wealth of resources for the public and third sector. Explore the resources below to find out how CCS can help you find the right procurement solutions for your organisation.
-
Constructionpdf, 2.99 MB
-
Construction- accessible open format
odt, 9.63 KB
-
Project Management and Full Design Team Services
pdf, 434.88 KB
-
-
Modular Buildings Brochure
pdf, 1.81 MB
-
Modular Building Solutions – accessible open format
odt, 9.01 KB
-
Modular Buildings and Modern Methods of Construction
Learn more
-
Construction Works and Associated Services Framework - Quick Start Guide
This video is for buyers interested in accessing the Construction Works and Associated Services Framework.
Access webinar -
How to become an alliance member and use our construction frameworks
This video is for buyers interested in becoming an alliance member to use our construction frameworks.
Access webinar
-
Guide to The Construction Playbook
Download our step-by-step guide to The Construction Playbook. The best way to use the guide and its navigation is to download and open it on your computer using a PDF reader rather than in a browser.
Learn more -
Commercial agreements: autumn 2021 digital brochure
Download our updated digital brochure for the latest information on our agreements and how we can help you add power to your procurement.
Access autumn 2021 digital brochure
Is there something we can help you with?
Fill out the form below, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Talk to us
CCS customer services team is available
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Email:
info@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Telephone:
0345 410 2222