Compliance Services and Associated Works DPS

The DPS helps landlords evidence full compliance for inspections by the Regulator of Social Housing, Housing Ombudsman, or Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Every contractor engaged through the DPS provides traceable documentation such as asbestos survey certificates, EICR reports, or Legionella logs ready for audit. PfH’s transparent processes and compliant procurement model reduce risk of maladministration and regulatory breach. This ensures providers can demonstrate both operational safety and governance accountability.

All DPS suppliers undergo pre-qualification checks aligned with PAS 91 and Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Each contractor must hold appropriate SSIP accreditations (such as CHAS or SafeContractor) and demonstrate compliance with Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. PfH’s evaluation process reviews competency, insurance, and quality systems, ensuring members access only reputable, safety-compliant suppliers through a transparent procurement route.

Yes. The DPS is designed to scale across diverse housing portfolios, allowing members to award regional or multi-lot contracts through mini-competition. This flexibility enables consistent standards across general needs, supported housing, and leasehold schemes. PfH supports providers in consolidating compliance activity—covering asbestos, Legionella, damp, and safety inspections under unified management. This holistic approach strengthens audit readiness and reduces the administrative burden of managing multiple standalone service contracts.

The Building Safety Act 2022 requires landlords to manage and evidence building safety throughout the property lifecycle. The DPS provides access to multidisciplinary consultants for building safety case reviews, risk assessments, and digital record management. These suppliers help landlords prepare for regulator audits and implement the golden thread of safety information. By procuring through PfH, providers can demonstrate compliance and maintain accountability across all dutyholder responsibilities.

Yes. The DPS includes licensed waste management providers who operate under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005. Services include chemical disposal, waste oil management, and decontamination works. Water hygiene contractors also support Safe Water Management Plans under HSE’s L8 ACOP. All suppliers are vetted for environmental permits and ISO 14001 accreditation, helping landlords evidence sustainability and regulatory compliance across their operations.

The DPS offers accredited specialists in indoor air quality monitoring, radon testing, and environmental health risk assessment. These services align with HSE EH40/2005 Workplace Exposure Limits and Public Health England radon guidance. Contractors can measure CO₂, VOCs (volatile organic compounds), and particulate matter to identify health risks in housing. By procuring through PfH, landlords can ensure independent, scientifically validated monitoring that supports compliance with environmental standards and improves resident wellbeing.

The DPS covers a range of environmental management services, including pest control, bird proofing, and Japanese knotweed removal. Contractors follow Environment Agency guidance for invasive weed treatment and disposal under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. For pest control, services align with British Pest Control Association (BPCA) standards, covering rodent, insect, and bird infestations. This helps landlords maintain safe, hygienic properties and meet their statutory health obligations

Yes. The DPS includes EICR testing in accordance with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671). Gas engineers on the DPS are Gas Safe registered and follow the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. Lift contractors carry out maintenance and LOLER inspections to ensure compliance with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998. This enables housing providers to centralise essential safety checks through a single, compliant procurement route.

Suppliers on the DPS deliver fire risk assessments, alarm maintenance, emergency lighting inspections, and fire door surveys, all compliant with the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 and Building Safety Act 2022. Contractors work to British Standards such as BS 9999 (fire safety in design, management, and use of buildings) and BS 5839 (fire detection and alarm systems). This ensures housing providers meet legal duties for both general needs and high-rise properties, maintaining safe living conditions and robust evidence trails for regulators.

Under Awaab’s Law and the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), landlords must address damp and mould hazards promptly. The DPS provides access to environmental health contractors who conduct damp and mould surveys, identify underlying causes (such as poor ventilation or thermal bridging), and carry out safe remediation. By using pre-qualified specialists, providers can evidence compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and demonstrate proactive tenant health protection aligned with Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) guidance.

The DPS includes contractors accredited to conduct Legionella risk assessments and implement control regimes compliant with the HSE’s Approved Code of Practice L8 and HSG274 Part 2. Services include Legionella sampling, tank cleaning, temperature monitoring, and remedial works. Regular testing supports compliance with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and reduces risks of Legionnaires’ disease in communal systems. Using the DPS ensures access to qualified water hygiene specialists who follow strict HSE protocols for social housing environments.

The DPS provides access to licensed asbestos surveyors, analysts, and removal contractors who operate in line with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance (HSG264). These specialists undertake management, refurbishment, and demolition surveys to locate asbestos-containing materials (ACMs), followed by safe removal or encapsulation where needed. All suppliers are accredited under UKAS ISO/IEC 17020 or 17025, ensuring technical competence. Using the DPS helps landlords demonstrate due diligence and maintain audit-ready asbestos registers across their housing stock.

The DPS is best used when providers need niche or emerging compliance services not yet available on the framework. It’s particularly valuable for sourcing local, specialist contractors for new or urgent requirements. While the framework suits long-term, pre-defined contracts, the DPS offers agility—housing associations can issue mini-competitions to invite bids from pre-qualified suppliers. This approach enables members to secure value-for-money and compliance assurance across a wider scope of services under UK public procurement regulations.

The PfH Compliance Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) offers greater flexibility than a traditional framework, allowing new suppliers to join at any time. It covers a broader range of compliance areas, including asbestos, Legionella, fire safety, and invasive weed management. Unlike the fixed-term Compliance Solutions Framework, the DPS continually adapts to emerging legislation and member needs. This makes it ideal for social housing providers seeking compliant routes to a wide variety of specialist safety and inspection services without waiting for the next framework cycle.