CEF's Commercial Partners have been carefully selected to offer a range of services and products of interest to members with exclusive discounts and added value for CEF members.

The CEF Commercial Partnership Scheme is designed to broaden both the services and benefits that we have for our members. The Partners offer a range of information, topical webinars and exclusive discount/value to CEF members throughout the year. 

MEMBERS - if you would to engage with a Commercial Partner, please use the contact information provided for each or your usual CEF point of contact or [email protected] who will take your query and advise on next steps. 

BUSINESSES - If you would like to become a Commercial Partner of the Construction Employers Federation please contact [email protected] or you can complete the form on the Contacts Us page and we will reply to your enquiry.

NI Builder
NI Builder is the CEF's official media partner and magazine.  CEF members can avail of beneficial profile and advertising rates. 

Contact: [email protected]

RedSky
RedSky software enables construction companies to achieve and maintain competitive advantage.  Its operational, commercial and financial software delivers gains across all types of construction and contracting projects. RedSky has been developing and delivering and supporting construction software since 1975.

Redsky will be holding a series of informative seminars and events to support CEF members on their digital transformation. 

Work Wear Mallusk
Work Wear Mallusk are a leading sustainable supplier of recycled content PPE, Clothing, Janitorial, spill safety, signage and site consumables.

CEF Member Discount: Exclusive discount on our whole range for CEF members by contacting [email protected] or 07792 144 969 quoting CEF.

PAYAPPS
Payapps is an online platform that standardises and simplifies the end-to-end management of construction applications for payment, variations and document compliance. Complementing your ERP system, Payapps connects contractors with subcontractors for reduced assessment and response times, ensuring compliance and providing payment process transparency.

Contractors like Vaughan Group, O’Hare & McGovern and Irwin M&E use Payapps’ digitised approval workflows to meet payment notice deadlines and to streamline a typically labour-intensive process where information sits across spreadsheets and emails. The risk of supply chain disputes is reduced while visibility and reporting of cash flow, projected final account, payment and liabilities are improved.

Website Details: https://www.payapps.com

Bassetts
Welcome to Bassetts, Northern Ireland's premier plumbing and heating company, proudly standing as the largest in the region. As a cornerstone of the construction sector, we have been at the forefront of plumbing, renewables, bathroom and Tile solutions for over 40 years.

With branches strategically spread across Northern Ireland, our extensive reach ensures that our services are accessible to all corners of the region. At the heart of our operations is our state-of-the-art Heating Innovation Centre, a testament to our commitment to staying abreast of cutting-edge technologies in the heating sector. Here, our team showcases a diverse range of working heating technologies, offering a hands-on experience that empowers professionals in the construction industry to make informed decisions for their building projects.

Our dedicated team of experts takes pride in precisely specifying construction projects. We are known for exceptional quality and high levels of service, understanding the industry's unique demands and leveraging our decades of experience to deliver tailored solutions that meet and exceed expectations. As leaders in the field, we take the responsibility of seriously shaping the future of plumbing and heating in Northern Ireland.

Bassetts is your trusted partner. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction sets us apart, making us the go-to choice for all your plumbing, renewables, bathroom, and tile needs. Discover the Bassetts advantage and let us contribute to the success of your project.

CEF Members discount:  Contact the office for your individually tailored discount.
Contact: Bassettsonline.com

BT
The Construction Employers Federation (CEF) and BT have joined forces to provide updates and insight to local construction companies on digital transformation and innovation. Members will receive topical update bulletins and learning shared by BT.

Construction Information Services
Construction Information Services (CIS) tracks and monitors all construction projects throughout Ireland – North and South which provides comprehensive, researched, verified and real-time information on all building projects for our customers.

CEF Member discount:  1 free month to new subscribers. CEF members also get free weekly summary report inc in CEF weekly news.
Contact: [email protected]

Responsible Plastic Management
RPM is a voluntary global plastic management assurance program, Trust mark and improvement program for organizations. RPM is a registered not-for-profit organization and social enterprise and works with organizations to adopt policies, change practices, reduce plastic and demonstrate commitment to a greener environment via certification.

CEF Members discount: 10% off joining fee.
Contact:  [email protected]

RICS

 CEFNI has developed an exclusive partnership with the RICS relating to BCIS indices. CEFNI members can now gain access to BCIS’ data which includes UK Construction Price Index (CPI), materials and steelworks at a discounted yearly subscription fee.

BCIS provides independent cost data to help built environment professionals make informed business decisions both financially and environmentally.  Using BCIS data, you can control your project costs at pre, during and post construction phases and determine long term investment strategies based on appetite for risk.

Product details

BCIS Online:
https://www.rics.org/uk/products/data-products/bcis-construction/bcis-online/

PAFI:
https://www.rics.org/uk/products/data-products/bcis-construction/price-adjustment-formulae-indices-online-pafi/

To find out more about our products and for a demonstration, contact BCIS at [email protected] or call on +44 (0)24 7686 8502.  
If you mark your enquiry ‘CEFNI Member’ in the subject line, you will receive a 15% discount for our combined BCIS Online and PAFI package.

Being independent, BCIS relies on project data from those in the construction industry to provide their data at the tender price stage. Northern Ireland cost data is included in BCIS, and, if more projects can be added, the data will be more robust and help local industry benchmark with greater efficiency.

However, if you commit to provide 6 or more projects (from the start of your subscription) in a year, we can offer you a greater discount. Find out what data we collect here.
Subscriptions are based on your company size:  

If you can submit project data, please inform us in your email.     *All prices are for a 12-month subscription. Pricing excludes VAT.

City of Derry Airport
As the Gateway of the North West, the Airport will be offering convenient and budget-friendly business connectivity for CEF members across Northern Ireland that are regularly commuting to London, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh, as well as the provision of commercial discount on airport services and facilities.

The beauty of travelling from City of Derry Airport is the fast, friendly and stress-free experience where you can proceed from the airport carpark, through the single-level access Terminal Building, to your departure gate in less than 15 minutes.

CoDA will also be offering a special Loyalty Card for the CEF, whereby members can avail of 10% discount on Airport Parking and access to the Amelia Earhart Lounge, making business commuting a much more pleasurable experience.

RPM is a voluntary global plastic management assurance program, Trust mark and improvement program for organizations. RPM is a registered not-for-profit organization and social enterprise and works with organizations to adopt policies, change practices, reduce plastic and demonstrate commitment to a greener environment via certification.

CEF Members discount: 10% off joining fee.
Contact:  [email protected]