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As a supplier of construction, repairs, maintenance and housing services, you can access a wide range of public projects that can substantially grow your business by becoming a South West Procurement Alliance Appointed Company. As part of LHCPG, over 250 Appointed Companies support our frameworks, supplying over £350m of works, goods and services to public projects throughout mainland UK.

Arthian explains the Energy Performance Certification (EPC) to the South West, ensuring we keep on top of our carbon emissions and know exactly what to look for and where.

In the pursuit of net-zero emissions, electrification is emerging as one of the most effective levers organisations can pull. By replacing fossil fuel based systems with electricity, particularly from low-carbon or renewable sources, businesses can reduce their environmental impact while modernising infrastructure for long-term sustainability.

Publicly Available Standard (PAS) 2035 and 2038 are established frameworks for retrofitting domestic and commercial spaces, developed in response to the threat of climate change, the need for the UK to rapidly decarbonise, and the structural issues encountered throughout many retrofit projects which result in poor results.

Waking Watch is a fire safety service provided by fully licensed and regulated fire safety organisations. Fire safety professionals physically patrol a building or property for the amount of time required, to ensure there are no fires or fire hazards.

Fire evacuation training is crucial for everybody and teaches us how to respond safely and effectively in the event of a fire. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 outlines responsibilities for employers and building owners to ensure the safety of individuals within a premises, making this training a crucial practise across industries.

From bustling music festivals and vibrant community fairs to corporate functions and private gatherings, events bring people together in dynamic environments. But behind the lights, sounds, and crowds lies a critical responsibility that every organiser must take seriously: fire safety.

The South West Procurement Alliance (SWPA) offers practical, cost-effective solutions to help public sector bodies efficiently return void properties to use. Orbis has worked with the SWPA for more than 25+ years as a trusted partner to both public and private sector organisations throughout the South West region. Orbis offer a comprehensive range of property protection and management services designed to support the efficient turnaround of void properties. 

If you're a Client or an Appointed Company and you'd like a quick and easy way to keep up to date with our Framework and DPS', along with their start dates and expiry dates, look no further...

Joining SWPA’s newly launched Retrofit & Decarbonisation (N9) Framework is an important step for Smart Energy Homes & Smart Energy Business in their long-term commitment to the green transition.