The men who got left behind
Language: English Series: Building ; 272(8497) 14 September 2007, 26-29(4)Publication details: 2007Subject(s): Summary: Examines why the growth of framework agreements is endangering Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the construction industry, with reference to a survey by the National Federation of Builders. The survey found that one third of SME firms questioned had experienced a fall in work from the public sector and over half of respondents felt that public sector procurement practices had not helped SMEs. Looks at framework agreements in more detail, and compares the experiences of various SMEs. Provides brief advice on how to make frameworks work for SMEs.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L140334 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 140334-1001 |
Examines why the growth of framework agreements is endangering Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the construction industry, with reference to a survey by the National Federation of Builders. The survey found that one third of SME firms questioned had experienced a fall in work from the public sector and over half of respondents felt that public sector procurement practices had not helped SMEs. Looks at framework agreements in more detail, and compares the experiences of various SMEs. Provides brief advice on how to make frameworks work for SMEs.