The Common Assessment Standard (CAS) is a UK construction industry pre-qualification system designed to streamline and standardise the assessment of contractors and suppliers. Key benefits include:
- Standardised Criteria: Uniform assessment across health and safety, financial stability, environmental management, quality, and social responsibility.
- Levels of Accreditation: Various levels to suit different business sizes and types.
- Mutual Recognition: Accreditation is accepted by multiple clients, reducing duplicate assessments.
- Efficiency and Cost Savings: Simplifies compliance and saves time and money by avoiding redundant assessments.
- Improved Data Quality: Ensures consistent and high-quality data for better decision-making.
- Enhanced Assurance: Provides confidence in contractors’ compliance and competencies.
- Best Practices: Aligns with industry standards and legislation.
- Support for SMEs: Offers fair assessment levels for small and medium-sized enterprises.
CAS aims to improve efficiency, transparency, and fairness in the pre-qualification process for all construction industry stakeholders.