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PfH forges a new procurement alliance
1st February, 2012
PfH has announced that it is delighted to be one of the founder members of a new procurement alliance that will generate social outcomes as well as achieving the primary aim of creating more cost savings for over 1,000 social landlords. Alliance is a partnership between PfH, Fusion21 and the Northern Housing Consortium.
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HouseMark Procurement Clubs in 2012
18th January, 2012
Following the inaugural success of the HouseMark Procurement Clubs, PfH is delighted to announce dates for 2012.
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Retrofit for Housing Seminar Invitation
19th December, 2011
Meeting the retrofit challenge - Thursday 2nd February 2012, Manchester Conference Centre
Fuel poverty is probably the biggest challenge facing social landlords today. Nearly one fifth of social homes are so badly insulated and poorly heated that their tenants are classified as living in fuel poverty.
Things are set to get worse, the cost of carbon-based energy is predicted to rise dramatically in the next ten years as demand exceeds supply and the result is that one quarter of households, across all tenures, are expected to sink into fuel poverty.
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Special offer from Office Depot
24th November, 2011
To all members thinking about stationery & office supplies savings. If you would like us to conduct a benchmarking exercise on your behalf and receive a FREE desktop diary please contact cchamberlain@procurementforhousing.co.uk for further information.
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Quick wins to drive savings
23rd November, 2011
The effects of the Government’s £4 billion budget cut for social housing are far from over. Most of you will have seen staff redundancies, fewer affordable homes delivered and more people added to England’s 4.5 million housing waiting list. Budgets are under increased scrutiny as social housing providers scramble to help families into homes, so it is a smart approach to look at in-house costs and how they can be reduced before looking at more staff redundancies.
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CDP Print Management Celebrates 25th Acorn Client
22nd November, 2011
In a milestone event, Walsall Housing Group (WHG) has become the 25th Social Housing provider using CDP Print Management’s “Acorn” web ordering and template system.
“WHG own over 19,000 homes and is one of the largest and most successful providers of high quality housing in the West Midlands” says Fay Wood, Facilities Coordinator, WHG. ““Print is a key communications channel for whg and we needed to look at ways where we could streamline our processes, reduce admin, improve efficiencies, and deliver true VFM for our Tenants”.
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Apollo is constantly striving to raise health, safety and environmental standards for their customers
22nd November, 2011
Apollo Property Services Group, a supplier on the Solar PV, Solar Thermal and Voltage Optimisers Framework, has recently announced how it maintains a keen focus on continuous improvement in its approach to health, safety and the environment, across the business.
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Wolseley sale provides opportunity to deliver more on Materials
21st November, 2011
Builders Merchant and PfH Materials supplier Wolseley, has announced that it is selling its Electric Center and Build Center brands and both will cease being legal trading entities over the next few months. Electric Center will be sold to and branded as Edmundson, while Build Center will be sold to Saint-Gobain (subject to European approval) and branded as Jewson.
Steve Malone, Managing Director explains what this means for PfH Members.
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Contract challenges on the rise
5th October, 2011
The rise in contract complaints from suppliers to the public sector has been in the news recently. The Financial Times reported that 73 complaints were made to central government about public sector procurement last year compared with only fourteen complaints between 2007 and 2008.
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Bramall Construction (part of Keepmoat) help teenagers to build new futures for themselves
28th September, 2011
Regeneration specialist Bramall Construction (part of Keepmoat) along with Preston Vocational Centre has given two teenagers an apprenticeship to help turn their lives around. Since being taken on by Bramall Construction and Preston Vocational Centre the teenagers have gained qualifications and vast experience in this industry.
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One purpose, two events, three vital days!
22nd September, 2011
PfH is pleased to announce the launch of their extended three day annual conference. PfH Live takes place at Manchester Central on 12th - 14th June 2012 and is co-located with the Chartered Institute of Housing, Housing 2012 conference and exhibition. Packed with content, both events will provide the information, debate, networking and ideas to enable you to meet your professional challenges for the year ahead.
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Developing a clear organisational wide print stratergy can deliver huge savings on your printing costs
20th September, 2011
Printing costs are often seen as hidden, small or incidental costs within an organisation that have no or little bearing on the overall financial position of an organisation.
Gartner the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company, has proven that on average 3% of the total revenue of any organisation can be attributed to printing costs. For a typical Housing Association, that can run well into the hundreds of thousands of pounds every year, for example every £10million turnover/revenue then generates approximately £300,000 of print costs.
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Less than one month left to achieve the 14 percent Decorating Voucher Discount
9th August, 2011
The B&Q Decorating Voucher Scheme provides PfH Members with a flexible, efficient and secure method of funding tenants' decorating requirements. The Decorating Vouchers Scheme puts members in control, whilst giving tenants access to a wide range of decorating products.
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Automotive Leasing Rental Services
8th August, 2011
Automotive Leasing Rental Services are committed to providing a daily rental solution that makes it easier for PfH members' to manage business and employee travel through the Daily Rental Framework.
Automotive Leasing supply partners work to the highest standards and our supply base for 2011 is designed to meet the range of requirements in all organisations across the housing sector. -
TNT post: How managed postal services can help reinvigorate public sector departments by marrying specialist expertise to local requirements.
8th August, 2011
Since the postal market was deregulated in 2004, TNT Post has delivered savings of more than £150m for the public and private sector. In TNT's experience even a medium-sized council can make six figure savings on its postal business over the course of a year. However the ability to deliver savings is not the only reason for switching supplier. TNT's focus is to deliver a high level of service. With Definite Day Delivery they can ensure that bills and information bulletins arrive on time.
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PfH announces the launch of Debt Management Services Agreement
28th July, 2011
Procurement for Housing is delighted to announce the launch of a new agreement area for the supply of Debt Management Services that is set to provide substantial cost efficiencies of up to 3% on the rate of commission paid for the collection of debt. The Agreement is set to run for the duration of three years with an additional 12 month extension for satisfactory performance.
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Insulation and Airtightness: Second Retrofit Solution Agreement
19th June, 2011
The second Agreement from Procurement for Housing & Fusion21's Retrofit Solution encompasses Insulation and Airtightness. The framework will cover the supply and/or installation of the energy efficiency products in the following categories:
Internal wall insulation
External wall insulation
Loft insulation for 'more advanced applications'
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Make further savings through PfH mini-competitions
17th May, 2011
EU Procurement regulations state that mini-competitions are a legally compliant method of calling off goods and services from framework agreements. In situations where member requirements are bespoke to the organisation or where there are significant levels of committed volume, mini-competitions are a proven method of delivering significant additional cost savings.
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Protect your rental income stream, advise HouseMark & CIH
17th May, 2011
Swingeing public sector cuts and welfare reform will cause housing providers to re-focus on collecting as much rent as possible at the lowest cost, according to a new joint report written by the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) and HouseMark.
Protecting your rental income stream is going to be of paramount importance to social housing organisations which will need to be fully prepared for the potential impact of all the changes expected to arise in the next four years.
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Forthcoming Retrofit Agreements from PfH and Fusion21
26th April, 2011
PfH and Fusion21 have been working together for the last 12 months to develop a Retrofit Solution which will help the social housing sector meet one of the biggest challenges of the decade. The project takes a holistic approach to sustainable retrofitting, incorporating contractors, consultants, suppliers, products, services, skills, jobs and resident training, which will be focused on meeting the Green Deal and wider sustainability agendas.
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PfH Announces Imminent Launch of Building Cleaning Services Agreement
25th April, 2011
The new PFH Building Cleaning Services Framework is due to be launched to Members shortly and will cover the supply of cleaning services within the property portfolio of individual Member organisations, including offices and communal or shared areas within sheltered accomodations, for instance.
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PfH and Fusion21 Announce Forthcoming Photovoltaics and Solar Agreement
25th April, 2011
One of the biggest challenges facing the social housing sector over the next ten years will be the retrofitting of its existing housing stock to meet the joint demands of carbon reduction requirements and fuel poverty among its residents. The Government recognised this challenge in December 2010 when it launched the Green Deal, a framework enabling energy efficiency improvements to homes, community spaces and businesses with no upfront cost, alongside capital payment recovery through a charge in instalments on the energy bill.
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How PfH Can Help Social Tenants Carry Out Their Own DIY
20th April, 2011
Housing Minister, Grant Shapps, has declared that tenants should be rewarded for taking care of their homes and performing routine maintenance and DIY tasks on the property. It’s believed that housing associations and councils spend £1000 per property each year on repairs when, in reality, the tenants could do the work themselves.
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Scottish Procurement in the Affordable Housing Sector
20th April, 2011
A recent report commissioned by the Scottish Government has shown that there is a need for a more mature approach to procurement resulting in realistic savings of £26-45 million p.a.
Due to the differences in approaches to procurement and the lack of expertise in the area, it is believed that these savings are going to be difficult to obtain in the short-term and need a concerted effort in attitude and change management from key stakeholders. -
Brakes Comes Out Top at Green Business Awards
20th April, 2011
Brakes Group, one of the leading suppliers to the foodservice industry, took gold at the Green Champions (Suppliers) category at the Green Business Awards for 2010 beating other finalists, Guy’s and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust for the top prize.
This highly coveted award is testimony to Brakes Group corporate sustainable and environmental achievements throughout 2010 which indicate the company’s passion and dedication to green issues in business. -
Office Depot Awarded 12-Month Contract Extension
31st March, 2011
Office Depot has been awarded a 12-month contract extension within the Office Stationery Agreement following a positive review of the company's performance in delivering office supplies to our Members and their organisations.
Prices have been fixed to 2010 levels and will be honoured until 31st December 2011 so Members can be sure of no surprising bill increases.
The contract, originally written to expire on 30 November 2011, has now been extended until 30 November 2012.
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Prime Minister Declares Support for Public Sector Willing to Work With SMEs
24th March, 2011
In what has been described by some as a scathing attack on public sector procurement spending, David Cameron, PM, has declared that he wants to increase the amount of government work allocated to small-medium enterprises (SMEs) from 5% to 25% in order to make government buying more transparent and competitive.
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RCU, the First Credit Union to be Offered in Lee Valley
23rd March, 2011
Social Landlords, Riverside and RCU, have established the only credit union in the Lee Valley area of Liverpool and already welcomed its first customers.
The credit union is aimed at helping those people on low incomes who wish to start saving money. Additionally, customers can take out loans at preferential rates, avoiding high interest rates offered by doorstep lenders.
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Successful retrofit must include more choice and support for tenants
22nd March, 2011
A survey has found that 38 per cent of social renters are given no choice about energy efficiency improvements made to their home, over 14 per cent are worried they won't know how to use energy-saving equipment and 17 per cent are concerned retrofit technology won't actually work.
Although 94 per cent of respondents had seen some energy efficiency upgrades made to their properties, nearly 25 per cent received no support from their landlord post-installation.
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Arena Housing highlight examples of Value for Money achieved through PfH.
24th November, 2010
In their latest Annual Report Arena Housing Group highlight examples of achieving Value for Money through their membership to PfH.
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Hotline to an integrated service through the PfH Materials Framework stores solution!
24th November, 2010
PfH Member Blackpool Coastal Housing (BCH) has implemented a remote working solution for the Property Service’s in-house maintenance team. To put the system together and tailor it specifically to the organisation’s needs, BCH teamed up with Telecetera. The Connect system, as it is called, handles all aspects of the Property Service’s workflow management requirements, and covers appointing and scheduling, SOR codes and skill sets, job costing, stock control, location monitoring and lone worker protection, and time sheets..
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SpiriTel change of ownership.
24th November, 2010
SpiriTel has had a change of ownership. It has been acquired by Daisy Group. There is no requirement for PfH Members to change the way in which they currently deal with SpiriTel. Please use your existing contacts and contact numbers. SpiriTel will notify Members directly if and when any changes are made.
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Trial the PfH Marketplace for free.
24th November, 2010
Following the success of the inaugural PfH Marketplace webinar hosted for Alternative Futures Group (AFG) whereby colleagues received a demonstration of the system’s functionality, PfH is delighted to announce dates for bi-weekly PfH Marketplace webinar demonstrations.
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Calling all tenants - join the great retrofit debate.
24th November, 2010
Over the next month PfH and Fusion21 will be undertaking further research with the Tenant Participation and Advisory Service (TPAS) on the retrofit agenda. With a good representative sample we hope to paint an accurate picture from which we can produce results that will enable us to help you address the retrofit agenda.
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Benefits of Daily Rental to PfH Members.
24th November, 2010
For 20 years, Automotive Leasing has delivered fleet solutions to over 550 public sector organisations including the NHS, central government, local authorities and housing associations. Their one-stop shop method of working enables organisations to access fleet services quickly and efficiently via EU compliant frameworks, without the need to go to tender. More than just managing vehicles, Automotive Leasing deliver savings and improved efficiency.
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PfH re-tenders Recruitment Services.
24th November, 2010
PfH is looking to build upon the success of its current Agency Labour Agreement and launch the new PfH Recruitment Services Agreement in January 2011. The new, enhanced Recruitment Services Agreement will provide Members with a variety of new features and benefits that will provide tangible cost efficiencies and savings.
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What do you need from a Debt Collection and Tenancy Fraud Agreement?
23rd November, 2010
Following a request from the NHF and feedback from regional consortia, PfH is in the process of tendering a new Agreement for Debt Collection and Tenancy Fraud Services to help Members collect outstanding debts from their tenants and former tenants.
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Improving efficiency: collective procurement of aids and adaptations.
1st November, 2010
Collective procurement of adaptations equipment could enable home improvement agencies (HIAs) to develop opportunities for better supply-chain management and greater purchasing efficiencies.
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Using TranSend from TNT Post can save you up to 60 percent on your total postage costs.
19th October, 2010
Maximising resources is critical in any organisation, especially so in the current economic climate. TNT Post's TranSend service doesn't just save Members thousands of pounds on printing and posting, but the easy to use software means staff can spend more time delivering front-line services.
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847,111 pounds reinvested back into the sector.
19th October, 2010
PfH have successfully hit the £6million annual target with B&Q which means Members will receive the additional 0.5% rebate this year taking the rebate to a total of 14%. B&Q have agreed the final turnover figure of £6,050,796 which means the total rebate back to Members is £847,111.
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A specialist service for Weaver Vale Housing Trust.
19th October, 2010
Weaver Vale's expanding vehicle fleet was due for renewal. Due to time and money constraints, they had decided to source a new contract hire and maintenance contract through Procurement for Housing, which offers a tendered framework agreement on behalf of housing associations.
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Get your copy of the PfH Annual Report 2010 - More for less.
18th October, 2010
We would like to thank all Members that have contributed to our achievements. Without this continued support and expertise PfH would not be the success it is today. PfH is here to help and support its Members through these difficult times to continue to deliver value for money procurement solutions.
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Retrofit targets: How prepared are social landlords?
7th October, 2010
Procurement for Housing, Fusion21 and the University of Salford questioned 134 social housing organisations about their approach to improving the sustainability of their housing stock, asking about their preparation to meet low carbon energy targets set out in the Warm Homes Standard.
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Government request for new ideas to cut budget deficit.
20th September, 2010
In a letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Stuart Walker of Automotive Leasing, highlights the opportunity for big savings in the area of Public Sector fleet spend.
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Last chance to attend the HouseMark Procurement Clubs.
20th September, 2010
If you’ve not attended one of HouseMark’s Procurement Clubs – don’t miss out. HouseMark would like to invite PfH Members to participate in the last of this initial round of clubs scheduled to take place on 29th September in Central London.
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Alexandra - here to stay!
19th September, 2010
There is a lot going on at Alexandra who have a new brand, new ways of working, a new owner and are continuing to trade under the well recognised name of Alexandra.
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The PfH Marketplace - helping to drive efficiencies for Members.
16th September, 2010
PfH is pleased to announce that its first Member, Alternative Futures Group, has gone live on the PfH Marketplace, its e-procurement solution delivered in partnership with ProcServe.
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The new PfH Commercial and Domestic Appliances Agreement coming soon.
16th September, 2010
Following Member feedback, the new PfH Commercial & Domestic Appliances Agreement will be going live on 5th October 2010 offering further savings across a wider variety of products to all of our Members.
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Oh no! Rent statement time again.
16th September, 2010
As part of an on-going survey on the print requirements for Members, CDP Print Management has uncovered an area that is probably the most contentious and troublesome part of an Registered Providers’ business...managing Rent Statements and Rent Increase Letters.
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Housing Communications Ltd acquired by SpiriTel Plc.
16th September, 2010
In May 2010, Housing Communications Ltd, the voice and data reseller, was acquired by leading communications provider SpiriTel Plc. HCL, now SpiriTel Housing Communications Ltd, has been integrated into SpiriTel’s main commercial division, SpiriTel Business.
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Connaught administration.
9th September, 2010
PfH is closely monitoring the Connaught situation. All the frameworks PfH offers to clients are OJEU compliant and therefore PfH is in a position to help both existing and new clients get contracts into place quickly should Connaught’s be unable to carry out their contract obligations with them.
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Do you want to play a critical role in shaping procurement for the UK social housing sector?
24th August, 2010
After six years of unprecedented growth, PfH are looking for two new Advisory Committee Members to lead the consortium on to even greater success, and drive the strategy, professionalism and innovation that will create long-term efficiencies. Membership is based on a three year term with Members then being nominated to the existing committee for re-election if they choose. The successful nominees will be announced at the PfH Annual Conference taking place on 7th October at Manchester Central Convention Centre.
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Office Depot makes ordering even easier with the launch of three bespoke catalogues for Members.
24th August, 2010
Office Depot has recently launched three bespoke catalogues for PfH Members: Office Depot Business Solutions, Furniture Solutions Buying Guide and Janitorial Supplies Guide.
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PfH welcomes two new appointments to the PfH Advisory Committee.
23rd August, 2010
PfH welcomes both Steve Coffey, Chief Executive for Liverpool Mutual Homes (LMH) as the new Chair of the PfH Advisory Committee and Steve Everitt, Group Procurement Manager from Contour Housing as a new Advisory Committee member.
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Meeting your retrofit challenge.
23rd August, 2010
Fusion21 and PfH are joining forces to deliver a retrofit framework that will provide Registered Providers with a range of suppliers and installers that can cost efficiently deliver volumes of technology and installation.
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PfH re-tender Agency Labour Agreement.
23rd August, 2010
PfH would like to offer Members the opportunity to play an integral part in the development of a new Recruitment Services Agreement. The current Agency Labour Agreement will be re-tendered during the next 4-month period and we would like Members to participate in the development of the new PfH Recruitment Services framework.
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HouseMark Procurement Clubs
15th July, 2010
HouseMark would like to invite PfH Members to participate in a new HouseMark initiative - procurement clubs. The purpose of the clubs is to provide good practice support and advice to staff working on procurement in social housing organisations.
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Public sector spending cuts will decimate staff wellbeing and morale.
11th July, 2010
Public sector spending cuts will not just cripple front line services, but will damage staff well being and morale, new research reveals.
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Buyers show lack of faith in spend data.
11th July, 2010
Just under one-third of purchasers have a high degree of confidence in the data that measures their spending, according to a report.
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M2 Digital prides itself on a 98 percent customer retention.
8th July, 2010
Look Ahead have been a customer of M2 Digital for over three years and have recently renewed their printer fleet and extended their relationship for a further three years. M2 prides itself on a 98% customer retention rate and it's easy to see just why.
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Only two months to go to achieve the 14 percent B&Q Decorating Voucher discount.
7th July, 2010
Members using the B&Q Decorating Voucher scheme are saving thousands of pounds thanks to the 13.5% discount agreed by B&Q and PfH. Between now and the end of August there is an extra reason to use the voucher scheme.
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PfH Annual Conference and Exhibition 2010, More for less.
7th July, 2010
PfH is delighted to invite PfH Members to attend the PfH Conference and Exhibition 2010 FREE of charge.
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Do you have the vision to lead PfH?
7th July, 2010
After six years of unprecedented growth, PfH are looking for two new Advisory Committee Members to lead the consortium on to even greater success, and drive the strategy, professionalism and innovation that will create long-term efficiencies.
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PfH awarded with ISO 9001 accreditation.
7th July, 2010
Following an assessment by an independent body, PfH has been awarded ISO 9001 certification. This certification has only been achieved by about 5% of UK businesses and this prestigious award is supported by the Government and recognised worldwide.
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PfH launches Furniture and Associated Products Agreement.
7th July, 2010
Following Member feedback, PfH is delighted to launch the PfH Furniture and Associated Products Agreement offering further savings to all of our Members.
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The new PfH Furniture Agreement coming soon.
20th June, 2010
Following Member feedback, the new PfH Furniture and Associated Products Agreement will be going live on 1st July 2010 offering further savings across a wider variety of products to all of our Members.
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Materials for Maintenance and Capital Works Agreement now costs 24 percent less.
6th June, 2010
The new EU compliant PfH Materials Agreement offers extensive supplier choice and even greater savings that you can now demonstrate through Annual Savings Certificates.
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Dementia Knowledge Day, Wednesday 14th July 2010, LOROS Hospice.
6th June, 2010
With the recent focus on the need for Registered Providers to be better educated about caring for people at the end of their life, PfH is delighted to invite Members to a Dementia Knowledge Day hosted by PfH’s sister organisation IHP. The Dementia Knowledge Day will be taking place on Wednesday 14th July 2010, LOROS Hospice, Leicester.
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Four new external validations cement 3663's sustainability credentials.
6th June, 2010
3663 First for Foodservice, the UK’s leading foodservice distributor, has gained four new external sustainability assurances, validating its position as a sustainability leader in the industry.
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The new PfH Materials Agreement: Savings of up to 24 percent against current spend.
1st June, 2010
PfH is delighted to launch the new PfH Materials Agreement, developed in partnership with the PfH Materials Product Group. The new EU compliant Agreement will provide PfH Members with unrivalled choice and deliver significant value for money enabling Members to deliver even better services to tenants.
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Sustainable retro-fitting programme in development
20th April, 2010
In response to the Warm Homes, Greener Homes Strategy, PfH is currently working with Fusion21 on a sustainable retro-fit model incorporating the supply and fit of building materials, skills, jobs and resident training.
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The new PfH Materials Agreement coming soon
19th April, 2010
Driven by Member feedback, the new PfH Materials Framework will have an additional four new lots adding aids and adaptations, electrical materials, heating spares and stores management to the building and plumbing materials offered previously.
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(E)fficient procurement
19th April, 2010
Faced with government spending cuts, there is greater pressure on housing providers to deliver more with less. This agenda presents complex challenges for social housing procurement.
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CDP delivers VfM for NewGen Group
19th April, 2010
Using the PfH Print Management Framework Agreement, the NewGen Group have awarded CDP the contract to supply all of their print, Tenant Newsletters, and Rent Statement mailings.
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Procurement for Housing announces eProcurement partnership with ProcServe
6th April, 2010
Custom built eProcurement marketplace will help social housing sector gain visibility and control over spending, enabling more strategic and cost-effective purchasing decisions.
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Grafton Group host green roadshow to help PfH Members achieve the Code for Sustainable Homes
23rd March, 2010
The Group, made up of Plumbase, Buildbase and Jackson Building Centres, are inviting PfH Members to attend the ‘Go Green Roadshows’. The Roadshows will showcase key environmental products and help the social housing sector to understand the changing demands of the construction industry driven by legislation, consumer demand and environmental concerns.
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Social landlords are investing in carbon monoxide detectors
8th February, 2010
Social landlords are responding to the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning by fitting carbon monoxide detectors to supplement their annual gas servicing checks.
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National Handyperson Conference
4th February, 2010
Join us at the National Handyperson Conference and celebrate what has been achieved so far, and debate the next steps in the development of handyperson services nationally.
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PfH re-tender 'one stop shop' Materials Agreement
3rd February, 2010
PfH would like to offer Members the opportunity to play an integral part in the development of its most important Agreement to date.
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PfH dedicated to continual performance improvement
3rd February, 2010
Following feedback from Members, PfH has committed to developing and promoting Product Groups more effectively
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etrinsic gets to the heart of housing association's print management needs
26th January, 2010
Solihull-based print management firm, etrinsic is working closely with Midland Heart on its print procurement and production including residents' newsletters and communications, stationery and mailings.
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Win an iPod touch by completing the PfH Member questionnaire before Friday 29th January
26th January, 2010
PfH aims to continuously improve as an organisation and is committed to involving and listening to its Members on all aspects of service delivery, to ensure every effort is made to meet high standards.
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PfH benefits Barnet Homes
15th December, 2009
Mike Wiffen from Barnet Homes talks to PfH about the benefits they have gained from using the following agreements, Agency Labour , Energy Management, Decorating Vouchers, and Rent and Bill Payment Cards.
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Get the most from your SHESP funding with PfH's new Insulation Agreement
14th December, 2009
Since the last E-news, PfH has launched a new Insulation and Associated Works Agreement that is set to provide substantial cost efficiencies and can immediately help those Members with specific SHESP funded requirements.
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Win a free place at the PfH Conference 2010
14th December, 2009
Over the past five years, PfH has delivered the PfH Annual Conference and Exhibition which has helped to shape and enhance procurement for the social housing sector. This year's event entitled "Collaboration: The Mother of Invention", discussed how real collaboration requires a complete mind shift and that despite being risky and expensive, the sector must collaborate to survive, let alone thrive.
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Tenant participation in practice
14th December, 2009
At the PfH Annual Conference 2009, the TSA explained how only one in two tenants are satisfied with opportunities for involvement, and only one in six tenants thinks their landlord takes a lot of notice of their views.
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PfH revises product groups
14th December, 2009
In January 2010, PfH will be upgrading the procedure of Product Groups for all new agreements. Product Groups will be established in order to invite PfH Members online to participate in the specification of frameworks.
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Solihull Community Housing Group achieves 3 star status with Rok
14th December, 2009
Solihull Community Housing (SCH) signed up to the PfH Creative Design Agreement with Rok, enabling them to improve communications with their tenants and help them meet the requirements of the Audit Commission to achieve 2, and now 3 star status - giving Solihull Community Housing the accolade of first ALMO in the West Midlands to achieve 3 stars.
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Office Depot launches online Self-Registration service exclusive to PfH Members
6th November, 2009
Office Depot is proud to be working in partnership with PfH to bring Members a Self Registration service. This new initiative for Office Depot will allow Members to register for a login name and password to access the Office Depot purchasing website within just 24 hours.
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The essential ingredients for food procurement.
5th November, 2009
PfH has launche two new agreements which are set to deliver major savings for Members.
Since the last e-news, PfH announced the launch of the ambient and chilled food and kitchens agreements. Both agreements were awarded following highly competitive EU compliant tenders and each offer PfH Members a range of unique benefits with savings of up to 25%.
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Waste not, want not.
5th November, 2009
New waste legislation and changes in taxation mean that housing providers without a waste management strategy could face big bills, risk criminal charges or even jail sentences. PfH nominated waste management suppliers have been active in helping the social housing sector to develop effective waste management strategies.
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B&Q want your views on the benefits of the new e-decorating card.
5th November, 2009
B&Q are looking for your views on the development of the new B&Q e-decorating card solution. The e-decorating cards are proposed as an enhanced replacement to the paper decorating voucher scheme. The B&Q e-Decorating Card and voucher schemes work as an effective solution for providing decorating allowances for tenants and are redeemable at all of the 331 B&Q stores nationwide.
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Establishing tenant traction: TAROE Chair, Michael Gelling, talks to PfH ahead of the Annual Conference 2009.
5th November, 2009
PfH caught up with this year's Opening Address speaker Michael Gelling, Chair of TAROE, ahead of the event to find out more about what he will discuss at the PfH Annual Conference 2009 taking place at the ICC in Birmingham on Tuesday 24th November 2009.
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PfH launches 2009 Annual Conference, Collaboration: the Mother of Invention.
9th September, 2009
PfH is delighted to launch the agenda to the 2009 Annual Conference. The conference, entitled ‘Collaboration: the Mother of Invention', will take place on Tuesday 24th November at the ICC in Birmingham.
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Major savings through new agreements.
9th September, 2009
PfH launches two more cost saving agreements which are set to deliver major savings for members.
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Homes for Haringey benefit from Fuel Cards agreement.
9th September, 2009
Homes for Haringey have recently signed up to the PfH Fuel Cards Agreement with Shell UK enabling the organisation to make major savings and reduce environmental impact.
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PfH Conference 2009: Collaboration: The Mother of Invention
16th July, 2009
Before we reveal the topics, speakers and sessions for this year's Conference we want to share some of the feedback from last year's event. Here's what our Members said:
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PTS launch new website for central heating spares.
9th July, 2009
PTS have just launched a new website to enable PfH members to source central heating spares.
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Extended warranty on boilers for PfH Members.
8th July, 2009
Remeha are offering extended warranty on their Remeha Avanta boiler range for PfH members.
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Avoid rising costs and meet green targets with new PfH agreement
6th July, 2009
New waste legislation and changes in taxation mean that housing providers without a waste management strategy could face big bills, risk criminal charges or even jail sentences.
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PfH shortlisted for Housing Heroes Awards 2009.
18th May, 2009
PfH has been shortlisted for the Housing Heroes Awards 2009 in the Procurement Team of the Year category for championing the cause of SMEs.
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PfH and The Co-operative Bank host Payment Collection Seminars.
18th May, 2009
The Co-operative Bank have announced a series of seminars which will outline the PfH's OJEU compliant Bill Payment framework agreement.
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Hot debate at PfH Annual Members Forum.
14th May, 2009
Big questions and heated debate were the order of the day at PfH's most recent Annual Members' Forum.
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More choice and better prices with new Computer Equipment and MFDs agreements.
14th May, 2009
PfH recently announced the launch of a new agreement for the procurement of Computer Equipment and Photocopiers.
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Housing Communications expand their portfolio of services.
12th May, 2009
In addition to cost-saving mobile, data and landline tariffs, Housing Communications expanded portfolio of additional services and applications.
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Plan for a pandemic with Office Depot.
11th May, 2009
Office Depot offer a range of products that can help reduce the risk of catching or spreading influenza during a pandemic.
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Office Depot exclusive offers.
5th February, 2009
To coincide with their recent appointment to the Office Stationery, Office Furniture and Print Management agreements Office Depot have launched a range of offers exclusive for PfH members.
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Major savings created through new agreements.
4th February, 2009
Welcome to PfH's brand new enews.
Along with our rebranded enews and website, we have a range of new agreements to announce, which are set to deliver major savings for members.
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Procurement in challenging times.
4th February, 2009
This year the PfH Annual Members' Forum is going interactive. The event, sponsored by Grafton Group, takes place at the Custard Factory in Birmingham on Thursday 26 March 2009.
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PfH rebrands to reflect a burgeoning reputation.
3rd December, 2008
PfH has made huge strides since its inception in 2004. The consortium has over 650 Members that collectively manage over 3 million homes. It has created well in excess of £15 million in cashable savings; introduced an innovative range of EU compliant framework agreements; created a successful account card system; and is piloting a new e-procurement solution.
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Save an extra 20 percent on new print, design and office supplies agreement.
1st December, 2008
PfH has launched a major new office stationery, office furniture, print management and creative design agreement, offering an additional 20% saving on our current terms.
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New Energy Agreement offers better service, choice and discounts.
16th September, 2008
PfH is delighted to announce that the re-tendered Energy Agreement has been jointly awarded to Inenco and Monarch Partnership who will both provide Energy services to PfH Members.
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Better terms and more choice with new PfH Telecoms Agreement
16th September, 2008
Housing Communications will provide both Mobile and Landline services to PfH Members. The supplier offers a range of tariffs to achieve the greatest possible savings on each Member's mobile and landline spend.
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Co-op launches price comparison calculator.
16th September, 2008
As part of its contract to provide Bill Payment Cards and Associated Products and Services, the Co-operative Bank has developed a price comparison tool which allows PfH Members to compare the Co-op's charges with those of their current supplier.
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Vehicle Leasing agreement extended for one year.
16th September, 2008
PfH is delighted to award a 12-month contract extension to Automotive Leasing. After three years of outstanding customer service Automotive Leasing have proved that they are committed to supporting the social housing sector. We will be working together exclusively for 12 months until the agreement is re-tendered in August 2009.
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Connaught administration.
PfH is closely monitoring the Connaught situation. All the frameworks PfH offers to clients are OJEU compliant and therefore PfH is in a position to help both existing and new clients get contracts into place quickly should Connaught’s be unable to carry out their contract obligations with them.
