Plentific has signed a new Open Framework, giving housing providers a more flexible, resilient and compliant way to procure and manage contractors under the Procurement Act 2023.
In the face of greater regulatory complexity, skills shortages and fluctuating demand, the Open Framework, sponsored by CDS, helps housing providers to balance compliance with operational agility, enabling faster access to contractors. The Open Framework also gives verified contractors access to more than 100 housing providers and millions of jobs.
Hasan Bayraktar, senior commercial vice-president, Plentific, said, “Housing providers are facing ongoing supply-chain challenges, from skills shortages to fluctuating demand. This Open Framework gives them the flexibility to respond quickly while remaining fully compliant and in control.”
Pre-vetted, ready-to-work contractors can be mobilised fast, reducing delays in service delivery and enabling housing providers to respond quicker to operational pressures. Direct awards and mini-competitions remove the need for full tenders for every scope of work, reducing procurement effort while maintaining transparency and control.
Housing providers retain governance, pricing oversight and performance standards across all suppliers, supported by centralised performance management, consistent KPIs and clear visibility of contractor outcomes.
