News from CHIC

Procurement Act 2023: Adoption Delayed – What Should You Be Doing Now?

The implementation of the Procurement Act 2023, which was initially scheduled for today, has been postponed to 24th February 2025. This delay brings both challenges and opportunities for contracting authorities, suppliers and procurement specialists. Below we explore why the delay happened, what it means for stakeholders and how to make the most of the extended

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JCT Contracts Training

CHIC and Trowers & Hamlins have come together to host a training session which covers the intricacies of using JCT Contracts for CHIC members. Katie Saunders from Trowers & Hamlins provides a comprehensive overview of the JCT contracts, including best practices for their application. She delves into the amendments and changes introduced in the 2024

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Volunteering Initiatives at CHIC

Volunteering Initiatives at CHIC At CHIC, our commitment to social value extends beyond our contractual commitments, by delivering our own social value objectives. This is through supporting our members and partners within community projects, hosting and attending fundraising events and funding and supporting a graduate apprentice through a two year placement within the CHIC team. 

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Marketing Work Experience at CHIC

“Overall, my time with CHIC and ARK Consultancy has been an exceptional learning experience.” This summer, ARK Consultancy and CHIC collaborated to offer a two-week work experience programme for an A-level student eager to explore the world of marketing and advertising. The initiative provided hands-on experience, allowing the student to immerse themselves in real-world projects,

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Procurement Act 2023: Notices

Greater flexibility afforded through the simplification of public procurement legislation means contracting authorities are also required to be more transparent and accountable at each stage of the procurement lifecycle. The expectation is that all suppliers must register their information on the new Supplier Information System to participate in any public tender, and all notices by

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New Fire Safety Framework

CHIC is extending the deadline for tender returns for the new Fire Safety Framework to Friday 4th October. This comprehensive framework is designed to help CHIC’s members manage fire and building safety effectively. It covers a range of fire prevention related services, including the remediation, installation, servicing and maintenance of both passive and active fire

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