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# Travis Perkins Secures Long-Term Deal with CHIC Framework
- URL: https://www.industrialbriefs.com/travis-perkins-chic-framework-deal/
- Published: 2026-09-22T13:00:27.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-22T13:01:49.000Z
- Description: Travis Perkins Managed Services joins CHIC's Merchants and Materials framework until 2036, enhancing supply chain solutions for UK social housing.
- Author: IndustrialBriefs
- Tags: construction, government

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Travis Perkins Managed Services (TPMS) has been appointed to the Communities and Housing Investment Consortium's (CHIC) Merchants and Materials framework, a contract that extends through 2036\. This move positions TPMS as a key supplier for general construction, plumbing, hire, and managed stores categories, serving a significant portion of the UK's social housing sector.

**What Happened**  
TPMS, a division of Travis Perkins, the UK's largest supplier of building materials, has secured a coveted spot on the CHIC framework after a formal tender process. This framework is critical for the repair and maintenance of social housing properties across the UK. TPMS will support over 180 housing associations and local authorities, leveraging Travis Perkins’ extensive national branch network. The collaboration aims to ensure that social landlords have reliable access to necessary materials amid evolving legislative demands in the housing sector.

Rosie Wise, Managing Director of TPMS, emphasized the importance of this partnership, highlighting the company's commitment to aligning closely with customer needs. TPMS offers customized solutions such as dedicated branches, autonomous TPgo SelfServe units, and digital tools to ensure efficient service delivery. CHIC, a member-owned asset management and procurement consortium, facilitates this partnership by providing a dynamic supplier marketplace for its members, which includes over 350 entities supporting 4.3 million homes across the UK.

**What This Means for Your Business**  
For businesses operating in the construction and housing sectors, this development signals a robust opportunity to engage with one of the largest procurement frameworks in the UK. The inclusion of TPMS in the CHIC framework underscores the importance of aligning with reliable supply chain partners to navigate upcoming legislative changes in the social housing sector. Companies involved in procurement and supply chain management can expect increased demand for compliance with new regulations, necessitating strategic partnerships with organizations like TPMS that offer comprehensive support and innovative solutions.

Additionally, the contract’s long-term nature ensures stability and predictability in procurement processes, providing a steady pipeline of work for suppliers and contractors. This can lead to enhanced competitive positioning and potentially improved ROI for businesses that are part of or wish to join similar frameworks.

**What US Operators Should Watch**  
US operators should keep an eye on the evolving regulatory landscape in the UK housing sector, as similar trends may emerge stateside. The CHIC framework’s success in creating a streamlined procurement process could serve as a model for similar initiatives in the US, particularly in sectors where public-private partnerships are essential. Moreover, understanding the strategic moves of large suppliers like Travis Perkins can offer insights into best practices for supply chain management and customer engagement.

*Source: https://www.theconstructionindex.co.uk/news/view/travis-perkins-a-chic-pick.* [*Read the original story ->*](https://www.theconstructionindex.co.uk/news/view/travis-perkins-a-chic-pick?ref=industrialbriefs.com)