The common assessment standard - Revision history

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−	The Common Assessment Standard is an industry-agreed set of questions and corresponding assessment standards for the pre-qualification of suppliers. There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based, which build on the PAS 91 pre-qualification questionnaire, helping contractors achieve compliance and mitigate risks across essentially 13 key areas of risk management. Evidence of compliance in these areas is normally required once a year via an online portal.	+	The Common Assessment Standard (CAS) is an industry-agreed set of questions and corresponding assessment standards for the pre-qualification of suppliers. There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based, which build on the PAS 91 pre-qualification questionnaire, helping contractors achieve compliance and mitigate risks across essentially 13 key areas of risk management. Evidence of compliance in these areas is normally required once a year via an online portal.

−	The Common Assessment Standard, was developed by Build UK, the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) and other accreditation bodies and industry experts, it is regularly reviewed. It was launched initially in 2019, at which time CHAS became the first assessment body to offer the scheme. In 2021 the introduction of a data-sharing agreement accelerated its adoption, meaning the details of those who pass the assessment can be accessed via any of the providers, regardless of which assessment body carries out the audit. On July 1, 2024 Version 4 of the Common Assessment Standard was published, including a new Building Safety section, ensuring it can be used to demonstrate companies have the organisational capability to fulfil their roles under the Building Safety Act.	+	The Common Assessment Standard, was developed by Build UK, the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) and other accreditation bodies and industry experts, it is regularly reviewed. It was launched initially in 2019, at which time CHAS became the first assessment body to offer the scheme. In 2021 the introduction of a data-sharing agreement accelerated its adoption, meaning the details of those who pass the assessment can be accessed via any of the providers, regardless of which assessment body carries out the audit. On July 1, 2024 Version 4 of the Common Assessment Standard was published, including a new Building Safety section, ensuring it can be used to demonstrate companies have the organisational capability to fulfil their roles under the Building Safety Act. On 1 July 2025, Build UK published its updated version of CAS, with a significant change being that the Building Safety section, which had previously been optional, now being a mandatory requirement for all companies that carry out design or building work under the Building Safety Act. The section had been ‘advisory’ for the first 12 months after its introduction to allow the industry to get up to speed with the new requirements.

−	Below is a lists of the contents of Version 4 of the Common Assessment Standard issued in 2024 (with the previous headings from the 2023 version in brackets both the new and old versions cover 10 key areas;	+	Below is a lists of the contents of Version 4 of the Common Assessment Standard issued in 2024 (with the previous headings from the 2023 version in brackets) both the new and old versions cover 10 key areas;

	* Section 1: Identity		* Section 1: Identity

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	The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that is recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.		The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that is recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.

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	The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that is recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.		The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that is recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.

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	The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that is recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.		The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that is recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.

−	In 2022, 16,000 supply chain companies were certified to the scheme, with 22 contractors and clients specifying it as a requirement and 4 trade association requiring it as a standard. Within the public sector, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has for some time asked contractors appointed to seven-year frameworks to assess their supply chains using the Common Assessment Standard. However in 2023 the Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 08/16 advising of this, was changed with [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ppn-0323-standard-selection-questionnaire-sq PPN 03/23] requiring the use of the CAS or PAS 91 for substantial construction and other public works. In 2024 it is recommended that Central Government departments and wider public sector bodies should use the Common Assessment Standard to pre-qualify suppliers in accordance with [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6603fef791a320001182b066/PPN_03_24_Standard_Selection_Questionnaire_2024_Update.pdf PPN 03/24.]	+	In 2022, 16,000 supply chain companies were certified to the scheme, with 22 contractors and clients specifying it as a requirement and 4 trade association requiring it as a standard. Now in 2024 22,500 supply chain companies are certified with the scheme, 26 contractors and clients specifying it and 6 trade associations requiring it as a standard. Within the public sector, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has for some time asked contractors appointed to seven-year frameworks to assess their supply chains using the Common Assessment Standard. However in 2023 the Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 08/16 advising of this, was changed with [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ppn-0323-standard-selection-questionnaire-sq PPN 03/23] requiring the use of the CAS or PAS 91 for substantial construction and other public works. In 2024 it is recommended that Central Government departments and wider public sector bodies should use the Common Assessment Standard to pre-qualify suppliers in accordance with [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6603fef791a320001182b066/PPN_03_24_Standard_Selection_Questionnaire_2024_Update.pdf PPN 03/24.]

	There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based. Companies apply to a Recognised Assessment Body for the certification level that is most appropriate for their business based on a range of factors including trade, size and the requirements of their clients. For companies that employ fewer than 10 employees and have a turnover below £1.8 million or a balance sheet total less than £1.8 million, the assessment standards are applied in a proportionate way. A guide to the question set has been published to help companies prepare for an audit by a Recognised Assessment Body.		There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based. Companies apply to a Recognised Assessment Body for the certification level that is most appropriate for their business based on a range of factors including trade, size and the requirements of their clients. For companies that employ fewer than 10 employees and have a turnover below £1.8 million or a balance sheet total less than £1.8 million, the assessment standards are applied in a proportionate way. A guide to the question set has been published to help companies prepare for an audit by a Recognised Assessment Body.

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	The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that is recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.		The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that is recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.

−	In 2022, 16,000 supply chain companies were certified to the scheme, with 22 contractors and clients specifying it as a requirement and 4 trade association requiring it as a standard. Within the public sector, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has for some time asked contractors appointed to seven-year frameworks to assess their supply chains using the Common Assessment Standard. However in 2023 the Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 08/16 advising of this, was changed with PPN 03/23 requiring the use of the CAS or PAS 91 for substantial construction and other public works.	+	In 2022, 16,000 supply chain companies were certified to the scheme, with 22 contractors and clients specifying it as a requirement and 4 trade association requiring it as a standard. Within the public sector, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has for some time asked contractors appointed to seven-year frameworks to assess their supply chains using the Common Assessment Standard. However in 2023 the Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 08/16 advising of this, was changed with [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ppn-0323-standard-selection-questionnaire-sq PPN 03/23] requiring the use of the CAS or PAS 91 for substantial construction and other public works. In 2024 it is recommended that Central Government departments and wider public sector bodies should use the Common Assessment Standard to pre-qualify suppliers in accordance with [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6603fef791a320001182b066/PPN_03_24_Standard_Selection_Questionnaire_2024_Update.pdf PPN 03/24.]

	There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based. Companies apply to a Recognised Assessment Body for the certification level that is most appropriate for their business based on a range of factors including trade, size and the requirements of their clients. For companies that employ fewer than 10 employees and have a turnover below £1.8 million or a balance sheet total less than £1.8 million, the assessment standards are applied in a proportionate way. A guide to the question set has been published to help companies prepare for an audit by a Recognised Assessment Body.		There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based. Companies apply to a Recognised Assessment Body for the certification level that is most appropriate for their business based on a range of factors including trade, size and the requirements of their clients. For companies that employ fewer than 10 employees and have a turnover below £1.8 million or a balance sheet total less than £1.8 million, the assessment standards are applied in a proportionate way. A guide to the question set has been published to help companies prepare for an audit by a Recognised Assessment Body.
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	* The set of CAS questions can be viewed here; [https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf]		* The set of CAS questions can be viewed here; [https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf]

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−	The Common Assessment Standard is an industry-agreed set of questions and corresponding assessment standards for the pre-qualification of suppliers. There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based, which build on the PAS 91 pre-qualification questionnaire, helping contractors achieve compliance and mitigate risks across 13 key areas of risk management. Evidence of compliance in these 13 areas is normally required once a year via an online ~~contractor~~ portal.	+	The Common Assessment Standard is an industry-agreed set of questions and corresponding assessment standards for the pre-qualification of suppliers. There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based, which build on the PAS 91 pre-qualification questionnaire, helping contractors achieve compliance and mitigate risks across essentially 13 key areas of risk management. Evidence of compliance in these areas is normally required once a year via an online portal.

−	The Common Assessment Standard, was developed by Build UK, the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) and other accreditation bodies and industry experts. It was launched initially in 2019, at which time CHAS became the first assessment body to offer the scheme. In 2021 the introduction of a data-sharing agreement accelerated its adoption, meaning the details of those who pass the assessment can be accessed via any of the providers, regardless of which assessment body carries out the audit. On July 1, 2024 Version 4 of the Common Assessment Standard was published, including a new Building Safety section, ensuring it can be used to demonstrate companies have the organisational capability to fulfil their roles under the Building Safety Act.	+	The Common Assessment Standard, was developed by Build UK, the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) and other accreditation bodies and industry experts, it is regularly reviewed. It was launched initially in 2019, at which time CHAS became the first assessment body to offer the scheme. In 2021 the introduction of a data-sharing agreement accelerated its adoption, meaning the details of those who pass the assessment can be accessed via any of the providers, regardless of which assessment body carries out the audit. On July 1, 2024 Version 4 of the Common Assessment Standard was published, including a new Building Safety section, ensuring it can be used to demonstrate companies have the organisational capability to fulfil their roles under the Building Safety Act.

	Below is a lists of the contents of Version 4 of the Common Assessment Standard issued in 2024 (with the previous headings from the 2023 version in brackets both the new and old versions cover 10 key areas;		Below is a lists of the contents of Version 4 of the Common Assessment Standard issued in 2024 (with the previous headings from the 2023 version in brackets both the new and old versions cover 10 key areas;
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	* Section 6: Quality		* Section 6: Quality
	* Section 7: Building Safety (previously Equality)		* Section 7: Building Safety (previously Equality)
−	* Section 8: Fairness Inclusion and Respect - FIR (previously Corporate Social Responsibility- CSR)	+	* Section 8: Fairness, Inclusion and Respect - FIR (previously Corporate Social Responsibility- CSR)
	* Section 9: Information Security (previously Information Security and GDPR)		* Section 9: Information Security (previously Information Security and GDPR)
	* Section 10: Information Management (IM)		* Section 10: Information Management (IM)

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	The Common Assessment Standard is an industry-agreed set of questions and corresponding assessment standards for the pre-qualification of suppliers. There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based, which build on the PAS 91 pre-qualification questionnaire, helping contractors achieve compliance and mitigate risks across 13 key areas of risk management. Evidence of compliance in these 13 areas is normally required once a year via an online contractor portal.		The Common Assessment Standard is an industry-agreed set of questions and corresponding assessment standards for the pre-qualification of suppliers. There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based, which build on the PAS 91 pre-qualification questionnaire, helping contractors achieve compliance and mitigate risks across 13 key areas of risk management. Evidence of compliance in these 13 areas is normally required once a year via an online contractor portal.

−	The Common Assessment Standard, was developed by Build UK, the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) and other accreditation bodies and industry experts. It was launched in 2019, at which time CHAS became the first assessment body to offer the scheme. In 2021 the introduction of a data-sharing agreement accelerated its adoption, meaning the details of those who pass the assessment can be accessed via any of the providers, regardless of which assessment body carries out the audit.	+	The Common Assessment Standard, was developed by Build UK, the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) and other accreditation bodies and industry experts. It was launched initially in 2019, at which time CHAS became the first assessment body to offer the scheme. In 2021 the introduction of a data-sharing agreement accelerated its adoption, meaning the details of those who pass the assessment can be accessed via any of the providers, regardless of which assessment body carries out the audit. On July 1, 2024 Version 4 of the Common Assessment Standard was published, including a new Building Safety section, ensuring it can be used to demonstrate companies have the organisational capability to fulfil their roles under the Building Safety Act.

−	~~The~~ contents of the Common Assessment Standard in 2023 cover 10 key areas;	+	Below is a lists of the contents of Version 4 of the Common Assessment Standard issued in 2024 (with the previous headings from the 2023 version in brackets both the new and old versions cover 10 key areas;

	* Section 1: Identity		* Section 1: Identity
	* Section 2: Financial		* Section 2: Financial
−	* Section 3: Corporate and Professional Standing Section 4: Health and Safety	+	* Section 3: Corporate and Professional Standing
		+	* Section 4: Health and Safety
	* Section 5: Environmental		* Section 5: Environmental
	* Section 6: Quality		* Section 6: Quality
−	* Section 7: Equality	+	* Section 7: Building Safety (previously Equality)
−	* Section 8: Corporate Social Responsibility	+	* Section 8: Fairness Inclusion and Respect - FIR (previously Corporate Social Responsibility- CSR)
−	* Section 9: Information Security and GDPR	+	* Section 9: Information Security (previously Information Security and GDPR)
	* Section 10: Information Management (IM)		* Section 10: Information Management (IM)

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	In 2022, 16,000 supply chain companies were certified to the scheme, with 22 contractors and clients specifying it as a requirement and 4 trade association requiring it as a standard. Within the public sector, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has for some time asked contractors appointed to seven-year frameworks to assess their supply chains using the Common Assessment Standard. However in 2023 the Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 08/16 advising of this, was changed with PPN 03/23 requiring the use of the CAS or PAS 91 for substantial construction and other public works.		In 2022, 16,000 supply chain companies were certified to the scheme, with 22 contractors and clients specifying it as a requirement and 4 trade association requiring it as a standard. Within the public sector, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has for some time asked contractors appointed to seven-year frameworks to assess their supply chains using the Common Assessment Standard. However in 2023 the Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 08/16 advising of this, was changed with PPN 03/23 requiring the use of the CAS or PAS 91 for substantial construction and other public works.
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		+	There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based. Companies apply to a Recognised Assessment Body for the certification level that is most appropriate for their business based on a range of factors including trade, size and the requirements of their clients. For companies that employ fewer than 10 employees and have a turnover below £1.8 million or a balance sheet total less than £1.8 million, the assessment standards are applied in a proportionate way. A guide to the question set has been published to help companies prepare for an audit by a Recognised Assessment Body.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings =
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	* The set of CAS questions can be viewed here; [https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf]		* The set of CAS questions can be viewed here; [https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf]

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−	The Common Assessment Standard ~~comprises of~~ an industry-agreed ~~question~~ set and corresponding assessment standards for the pre-qualification of suppliers. There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based which build on the PAS 91 pre-qualification questionnaire, helping contractors achieve compliance and mitigate risks across 13 key areas of risk management. Evidence of compliance in these 13 areas is normally required once a year via an online contractor portal.	+	The Common Assessment Standard is an industry-agreed set of questions and corresponding assessment standards for the pre-qualification of suppliers. There are two levels of certification: desktop and site-based, which build on the PAS 91 pre-qualification questionnaire, helping contractors achieve compliance and mitigate risks across 13 key areas of risk management. Evidence of compliance in these 13 areas is normally required once a year via an online contractor portal.

−	The Common Assessment Standard, was developed by Build UK, Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) and other accreditation bodies and industry experts. It was launched in 2019, at which time CHAS became the first assessment body to offer the scheme. In 2021 the introduction of a data-sharing agreement accelerated its adoption, meaning the details of those who pass the assessment can be accessed via any of the providers, regardless of which assessment body carries out the audit.	+	The Common Assessment Standard, was developed by Build UK, the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) and other accreditation bodies and industry experts. It was launched in 2019, at which time CHAS became the first assessment body to offer the scheme. In 2021 the introduction of a data-sharing agreement accelerated its adoption, meaning the details of those who pass the assessment can be accessed via any of the providers, regardless of which assessment body carries out the audit.

−	The contents of the Common Assessment Standard in 2023 ~~covered these~~ 10 key areas;	+	The contents of the Common Assessment Standard in 2023 cover 10 key areas;

−	* Introduction
−	* Completing the Question Set
−	* Audit
−	* Exemptions List
−	* Documents List
	* Section 1: Identity		* Section 1: Identity
	* Section 2: Financial		* Section 2: Financial
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−	The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme ~~that’s~~ recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.	+	The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that is recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.

−	In 2022, 16,000 supply chain companies were certified to the scheme, with 22 contractors and clients specifying it as a requirement and 4 trade association requiring it as a standard. Within the public sector, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has for some time asked contractors appointed to seven-year frameworks to assess their supply chains using the Common Assessment Standard. However in 2023 the Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 08/16 advising of this, was changed with PPN 03/23 ~~which requires~~ the use of the CAS or PAS 91 for substantial construction and other public works ~~PQQ~~.	+	In 2022, 16,000 supply chain companies were certified to the scheme, with 22 contractors and clients specifying it as a requirement and 4 trade association requiring it as a standard. Within the public sector, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has for some time asked contractors appointed to seven-year frameworks to assess their supply chains using the Common Assessment Standard. However in 2023 the Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 08/16 advising of this, was changed with PPN 03/23 requiring the use of the CAS or PAS 91 for substantial construction and other public works.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

	* Appointing consultants.		* Appointing consultants.
−	* Achieving Excellence.
−	* CAS answers an expensive problem for industry.
−	* Collaborative practices.
	* Common minimum standards.		* Common minimum standards.
−	* Competitive procedure with negotiation.
	* Constructionline.		* Constructionline.
	* Construction contract.		* Construction contract.
−	* Crown Commercial Service CCS.
−	* Efficiency and Reform Group.
−	* Expression of interest.
−	* Governance for Railway Investment Projects (GRIP).
	* Government construction strategy.		* Government construction strategy.
	* Invitation to tender.		* Invitation to tender.
−	* Major Projects Authority.
−	* Mid tender interview.
−	* OJEU.
	* PAS 91.		* PAS 91.
	* Pre-qualification standard 2021.		* Pre-qualification standard 2021.
	* Pre tender interview.		* Pre tender interview.
	* Procurement route.		* Procurement route.
−	* Prime cost contract.
−	* Private finance initiative.
	* Procurement policy note PPN.		* Procurement policy note PPN.
−	* Project lifecycle for major road projects.
−	* Public private partnership.
	* Public sector PQQs look to the Common Assessment Standard.		* Public sector PQQs look to the Common Assessment Standard.
	* Selection criteria.		* Selection criteria.
−	* Small and medium-sized enterprises.
	* Tender.		* Tender.
−	* Tender documentation.
−	* Tender evaluation.
−	* Tender processes.
−	* The benefits of e-procurement in construction.

	= External links =		= External links =

−	For further information [https://builduk.org/priorities/increasing-productivity/pre-qualification/ https://builduk.org/priorities/increasing-productivity/pre-qualification/]	+	* For further information [https://builduk.org/priorities/increasing-productivity/pre-qualification/ https://builduk.org/priorities/increasing-productivity/pre-qualification/]
−		+	* Infographic [https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Common-Assessment-Standard-Infographic.pdf https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Common-Assessment-Standard-Infographic.pdf]
−	Infographic [https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Common-Assessment-Standard-Infographic.pdf https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Common-Assessment-Standard-Infographic.pdf]	+	* The set of CAS questions can be viewed here; [https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf]
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−	The set of CAS questions can be viewed here; [https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf]	+

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	The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that’s recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.		The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that’s recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.

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	* Section 9: Information Security and GDPR		* Section 9: Information Security and GDPR
	* Section 10: Information Management (IM)		* Section 10: Information Management (IM)
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		+	[[File:Common-Assessment-Standard-Infographic Build UK.jpg\|link=https://builduk.org/priorities/increasing-productivity/pre-qualification/]]

	The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that’s recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.		The Common Assessment Standard is now a leading accreditation programme that’s recognised industry-wide and is designed to improve efficiency and reduce cost in the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process. As an accreditation system designed to standardise the pre-qualification process, it helps both clients and contractors improve supply chain efficiency, reduce supply chain risks, and find reliable business opportunities. Clients can access a database of qualified contractors via the services of the assessment bodies.
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	* Tender processes.		* Tender processes.
	* The benefits of e-procurement in construction.		* The benefits of e-procurement in construction.
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		+	= External links =
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		+	For further information [https://builduk.org/priorities/increasing-productivity/pre-qualification/ https://builduk.org/priorities/increasing-productivity/pre-qualification/]
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		+	Infographic [https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Common-Assessment-Standard-Infographic.pdf https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Common-Assessment-Standard-Infographic.pdf]
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		+	The set of CAS questions can be viewed here; [https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf https://builduk.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Common-Assessment-Standard-Question-Set-Version-3.1.pdf]

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