Common Assessment Standard
- Save time, money and reduce administrative burdens
- Accelerate supplier onboarding for projects
- Streamlines your pre-qualification process
The Trusted Assessment Standard
Compliance Chain is 1 of 7 Recognised Assessment Bodies able to assess companies against the Common Assessment Standard. The other bodies able to conduct assessments are Constructionline, Achilles, CQMS, SCCS, SMAS and CHAS.
The Common Assessment Standard, developed by Build UK, is a certification designed to streamline and standardise the pre-qualification process. By consolidating multiple questions sets that assess suppliers into a single, industry-recognised standard, the Common Assessment Standard enhances efficiency and reduces costs for both suppliers and clients.
PPN 03/24 and the Common Assessment Standard
When the government released Procurement Policy Notice (PPN) 03/24 in March 2024, it provided updated guidance on using the Common Assessment Standard. This notice clarifies the government’s recommendations for standardising pre-qualification processes and encourages the adoption of the Common Assessment Standard to streamline compliance across the construction sector. For more information on PPN 03/24, you can read our blog here what you need to know about PPN 03/24
Key features of the Common Assessment Standard
- Standardised Questions
- Desktop Certification
- Annual Certification
Standardised Question Set
The Common Assessment Standard encompasses a set of questions covering essential areas such as financial stability, health and safety, environmental management, quality assurance, and more.
This standardisation simplifies the pre-qualification process for suppliers and clients alike.
Desktop Certification
Assessment
At Compliance Chain, we offer a Desktop Assessment, a streamlined, remote evaluation of submitted documentation.
This assessment allows suppliers to demonstrate compliance efficiently, making it a practical option for meeting industry standards without the need for an on-site assessment.
Annual Certification
To maintain the Common Assessment Standard certification, suppliers will undergo an annual assessment, ensuring ongoing compliance and up-to-date credentials.
Data sharing allows subcontractors to complete a single assessment and share their data with multiple contractors and clients. This approach saves time and reduces administrative costs by eliminating the need for subcontractors to join multiple assessment bodies and pay separate fees. With data sharing, the qualification process can be streamlined, enabling subcontractors to gain pre-approval and onboarded to projects more quickly.
Common Assessment Standard data sharing enables subcontractors to reach a larger pool of clients and projects without having to repeat assessments. It demonstrates your compliance, giving you access to new opportunities with reputable clients who require the Common Assessment Standard compliance.
Through data sharing, contractors can make informed decisions about which subcontractors meet compliance benchmarks, lowering the risk of breaches to health and safety on projects.
Moreover, access to shared Common Assessment Standard data helps contractors quickly identify subcontractors who have established a proven track record in conducting best practice, along with supporting better risk management and project outcomes.
With data-sharing, subcontractors can update their compliance as new regulations emerge (such as adjustments from the Building Safety Act), ensuring they remain compliant without needing to reapply for multiple assessments.
With evolving regulations, like those introduced by the Building Safety Act, staying compliant can be challenging. Compliance Chain simplifies the process by helping you maintain your Common Assessment Standard certification, ensuring your credentials are always up-to-date with the latest industry requirements through automatic notifications, reminders and award winning support.
The importance of data sharing
Data sharing within the framework of the Common Assessment Standard is a crucial component of Build UK’s mission to streamline pre-qualification processes in the construction industry.
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It's common sense to be a Gold Member
Compliance Chain’s Gold Membership is the premier industry standard for subcontractors to demonstrate their compliance to the Common Assessment Standard. In our Gold Membership, there is a total of 10 compliance areas that, once evidenced, satisfy the Common Assessment Standard.
Request a data transfer
Alternatively, if you have completed the Common Assessment Standard with another assessment body, you can request to have your data transferred by filling out the form below.
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