You're in for a treat! Our October newsletter is here ??

October has been another busy month here at Pagabo and we are excited to share what we got up to. We have updates on a number of projects, a big UKREiiF announcement and insight into the current state of social value in the construction industry, thanks to a recent white paper published by our partners at Loop.

Read on for all of our spook-tacular updates! ??

Presenting UKREiiF?in partnership with Pagabo! ??

The new partnership will see us taking on a driving role in the organisation of UKREiiF, which will take place in Leeds between 21-23 May. Along with our associated technology brands Sypro, Loop?and?Tequ, we'll be hosting talks and networking opportunities from the Pavilion Marquee throughout the week, and further details will be revealed in the run up to the conference.

Find out everything you need to know about this exciting partnership today.

1 year until the Procurement Bill goes live ?

We're one year away from the government's planned go live date for the Procurement Reform. We're closely following its progress and in the coming months we will help you to understand the impacts this will have on public sector procurement.

Find out how we're getting ready for Procurement Reform in our latest article.

What does social value currently look like in the construction industry? ??

Our partners at Loop conducted in-depth research with more than 100 construction professionals, from organisations of all sizes, to identify what people think, believe, and understand about social value. Their latest white paper also provides insight into what social value's future looks like in the sector.

Find out what their key findings are and download the?free white paper today

A new community hub and holistic centre for wellbeing is coming to Penygroes with help from our framework! ??

AtkinsRéalis (formerly Faithful+Gould) was appointed by Gr?p Cynefin to provide multi-disciplinary lead design services, including project management and cost management. The appointment was a direct award through our Professional Services Framework. Construction work is expected to run from March 2025 to April 2028.

Read the full case study.

Kenilworth School and Sixth Form recently reached completion! ??

Our Chief Procurement Officer, Jason Stapley, visited the site this month to meet up with Richard Frape from Morgan Sindall Construction. During construction, this project was the UK's largest school in build and we're delighted that our Major Works Framework was able to deliver for Warwick District Council and Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust in finding them a pre-approved contractor.

Great work to everyone who got this scheme over the line ??

?? Our 'Concrete failure in public sector estates' webinar took place ??

Last Tuesday, our Head of Construction & Infrastructure, David Llewellyn, chaired the session and was joined by a panel of industry experts from across our frameworks, including, WSP, Rhodar, Kier, and our partners at Sypro Risk Manager.

With recent news of RAAC and LPS concrete failure across public sector estates, we believed that it was a good idea to provide our thoughts on the problems and how you can manage risks to mitigate these issues in the future. It turned out to be a great success! ??

More useful insight into RAAC and LPS

Missed out on the session but want to learn more on the topic? Download our free guide today.

GRAHAM Civil Engineering were selected for another Pagabo procured project!

Congratulations to GRAHAM Civil Engineering on being appointed as the lead contractor for the Western Growth Corridor development! ??

Our Civils & Infrastructure Framework was used by City of Lincoln Council to compliantly appoint their preferred contractor for this design and construct project. Taking place in Lincoln, this project is set to transform the city and bring new opportunities for housing and economic growth.

Find more information about this impressive project.

A key milestone was recently reached at Sandy Secondary School! ??

They tightened the final bolt on the steel frame of the classroom block, finalising a vital step in their progress to creating 29 classrooms and a food tech area. Central Bedfordshire Council?appointed?Ashe Group?as the lead contractor for this project by utilising a two-stage further competition process through our Major Works Framework.

We're delighted to see this project taking shape. ??

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