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By Martin Leekblade, Pre-Construction Director In the competitive world of façade remediation, cost scrutiny is intense. That is entirely understandable. Many projects arise from urgent building safety concerns. Budgets are under pressure. Stakeholders are expected to demonstrate value at every stage. However, we continue to see procurement decisions influenced by one recurring issue: an over-reliance on low preliminaries as a measure of contractor value. What Are Prelims and Why Do They Matter? Preliminaries, commonly referred to as prelims, are the essential resources required to establish and manage a construction site. They include access arrangements, welfare facilities, supervision, temporary works, health and safety management, logistics coordination, programme planning and quality assurance oversight. They are not part of the façade system itself. But they determine how safely, efficiently and compliantly that façade can be delivered. In façade remediation, prelims are not secondary … Continue reading →