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603 kilometers per hour. That's the record clocked by The Japanese Maglev Train 🕒. It is a rational indicator of flying on the ground. 📈 High Speed Two (HS2) is set to dedicate a new milestone in the UK. It is about to link Birmingham to London. This ambitious railway project aims not only for speed but also for environmentally friendly travel 🌿. According to HS2's supply chain lead, "There’s a huge variety of contracts on offer, from scaffolding and landscaping to structural steelworks and platform floors." The company has rolled up its sleeves, handling 300 work packages within 18 months, crucial for this monumental transformation. 🏗️🚧 Personally, the initial strategy encompass the requirements of the upcoming stage. To be successful at further phase with no intricacies. Technical procurement and the team play an intertwined function. It's imperative to simply indicate the technical specifications for potential bidders. #procurementstrategy

For the construction of High Speed 2, Britain's new railway project has provided tier-two contracts to over 3,200 enterprises of all sizes in the region. Opportunities for subcontracts are listed on CompeteFor around two weeks prior to the start of the procurement procedure. “There’s a huge variety of contracts on offer, from scaffolding and landscaping to structural steelworks and platform floors. We want more UK businesses to benefit and encourage those that haven’t already registered as an HS2 supplier to take a look at what’s coming," said Robin Lapish, HS2’s supply chain lead. 🚀🌐💼 Stay informed about global supply chain developments and market insights and gain advanced procurement insights by following Pipeline - Procurement Intelligence. #supplychain #supplychainsustainability #economicdevelopment #lowcarbon #britishmanufacturing #ukconstruction #icymi #newsalert #procurementinsights #sourcingandprocurement #supplierselection #supplychain #industrynews #gvr #PipelineProcurementIntelligence 🔗 https://lnkd.in/drx967_F

It has been ten years since the last major update to the MF/1 contract. For those of you who rely on the MF/1 as your primary guide for engineering contracts, here is an overview of some of the most significant changes: https://ow.ly/fOPt50SI2Qf #IET #Engineering #Technology #MF1 #Contracts #Construction

Together and with the support and ultimate approval of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), successfully replaced the code-required high expansion foam (HEF) system with a sprinkler system for a Group 2 hangar (39,960 SF). The basis of this accomplishment took in account a Department of Defense (DOD) Sundown Policy circa November 2021 (https://lnkd.in/gcm8j_Cn), a University of Maryland study dated February 2021 (https://lnkd.in/gyiuiG-9), and personal experience involving atleast 2 accidental HEF releases - which ultimately lead to the risk and performance-based design approach authorized by the 2022 edition of NFPA 409. Essentially, supporting evidence and actual risks identities that you are more likely to experience an inadvertent discharge of a HEF system than an actual release because of a fire. The UMD survey identified 233 reported foam release incidents between 2004 and 2020; 1 of the 233 was due to an actual fire and 201 (84%) of those incidents were accidental. About 13% or 31 of the 233 were due to unknown cause. We have to do a better job to protect our people and our property. Inplement extensive safety management systems to identify and mitigate risks associated with use of a hangar and consider a risk and performance based approach by engaging an experienced fire protection engineer such as the incredible folks at GSE.

A thorough understanding of the types of compensation event clauses used in the New Engineering Contract (NEC), which is increasingly the standard form contract of choice in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s public sector, is vital to avoiding potential disputes on construction projects. Bernard Ang, Zita Chan and Jason Wong outline the five categories of compensation clauses in the NEC engineering and construction contract, known as NEC4. https://lnkd.in/eitqdjKX #PinsentMasons #NEC #Construction #ConstructionContracts

Singapore's construction industry is expected to move towards a more collaborative approach to managing risks thanks to the introduction of a new NEC engineering contract. The NEC4 contract includes optional clauses specific to Singapore (Y(SG) clauses) that are designed to work with existing Singapore legislation. Experts believe this new form will encourage better cooperation within the industry, similar to what was seen in Hong Kong. Source: https://lnkd.in/gXie_X_g #ContractNews #Lexagle #ContractManagement #ContractingMadeEasy

SOLVE is not just a word—it's a mindset at ECI. Whether overcoming construction hurdles or navigating challenges among stakeholders, our knack for finding ingenious solutions solidifies our role as a reliable and dynamic player in the construction ecosystem.🔨 Learn more about our core values: https://bit.ly/4aEae1M #ECI #GeneralContractor #CoreValues

Another group of CECA members are learning about the Principles of the NEC4 Engineering & Construction Subcontract today with another valuable and engaging course lead by Glenn Hide of GMH Planning Ltd #infrastructure #NEC4 #Civilengineering #learninganddevelopement

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The January 2023 amendments to the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) set out how clients can allow people working from home to be included in the contractors’ defined cost. This article by Richard Patterson sets out the background and how clients and contractors might use this. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e944Fy4S #contractors #nec4 #collaboration