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The Index shows construction contract awards based on Barbour ABI research. It is adjusted for seasonal variation and includes monthly deflators to allow for price changes. The Index is benchmarked against the value of 100 in January 2010.
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Marginally more contracts were awarded in October than September – up 1% to 112.
Yet, contract awards remain relatively subdued – and the long lead time in some sectors means it could be a while, well into 2013, before we see output following suit and falling away.
Looking across the sectors, it’s a mixed picture, with the indices for public housing and public health falling in October – by 12% and 19%, respectively – because of public sector cuts. However, this was offset in October by contract awards in some private construction sectors.
Private housing contracts were 5% lower than in September, but still considerably higher than a year ago owing to work by major housebuilders. Commercial and industrial awards also rose considerably, yet were lower than a year ago and remain at historic lows so it is unlikely that we will see substantial growth soon.
The league tables are compiled using Barbour ABI data on contracts awarded and a survey of over 100 of the largest contractors. The project values for architect and QS league tables is based on Barbour ABI contract data. The figures include contracts worth £100k or more, and all work awarded by negotiation or competitive tender unless stated.
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