Frequently Asked Questions

The base pricing date for version 5 of the Repairs Ordering Schedule is August 2007
The base pricing date for version 6 of the Repairs Ordering Schedule is August 2008

Locate fault and locate fault and rectify items have been dropped in version 6 of the NHF Schedule of Rates.

Many subscribers had reported misunderstandings about how these items should be treated, particularly with regard to invoicing.

Version 6 NHF Schedule of Rates was released in March 08.  It replaces version 5.1.  Current subscribers can get a copy by using Contact Us

Approximately 500 items have been removed or amalgamated. Scaffolding is a seperate matrix priced by contractors. Right to repair items are now flagged.

We do not deal with queries raised by contractors. Any queries or disputes between client and contractor should be agreed between the two parties.  Our relationship is with our subscribers, so any communications should go through them. 

We do not generally conduct debates about the price for individual items. Schedule items are deemed to include everything necessary to do the job.

Each item in the Schedule of Rates is intended to represent the entire work content of the particular repair and or maintenance in respect of the subject of the Schedule of Rates item and the Contractor is deemed to have included in his percentage adjustment for all ancillary items not specifically referred to in the Schedule of Rates item but are necessary to achieve the particular repair or maintenance of the Schedule of Rates subject.

Subscribers, please use the enquiry form for specific queries.

Yes. Rand Associates can provide assistance in the procurement of contracts, including the procurement under EU regulations. Click here to contact them

Many partnering organisations use the NHF Schedule of Rates. There is a special partnering contract for use with the NHF Schedule of Rates. Version 6 has been specially updated to emphasise partnering.

No, the time is shown for guidance only.

Rates in version 6 relate to January 2008
Rates in version 5 and 5.1 relate to January 2003
Rates in version 4, 4.1 and 4.2 relate to January 1999

No.  The times in the labour and materials files are for completing the job once on site.  Travel times should be added in "padding". Travel and other non-productive time should be taken into account by the contractor when calculating the % uplift

Many members of Procurement clubs use the NHF Schedule of Rates. The Schedule is ideal as a benchmarking tool.

NHMF (National Housing Maintenance Forum) is the channel which helps improve and develop the NHF Schedule of Rates. Find out more about the NHMF. You can contact the member of the committee in your region.

You can also send a suggestion via the contact form

The labour and materials files (SMVs) are available for purchase to NHF Schedule of Rates subscribers.  You can select them from the NHF Schedule of Rates menu on the order form.  You can place an order there, or just get a quotation.

Version 6 was a complete rewrite of NHF Schedule of Rates. Changes in construction methods, materials prices and labour were all reviewed. New legislation and good practice have been integrated.  The Schedule has been simplified and streamlined.  As a very broad brush indicator, generally version 6 reflects the high levels of wage inflation in the sector (36% in 3 years) 

• Changes in European and other regulation and procedures have been integrated:
• Equality and diversity
• Break clauses to match the requirements of OJEU
• A choice of RPI or the BMI index for annual uplifts
• Troubleshooting and dispute resolution procedures
• Annual performance reviews
• A range of options on pre and post inspections
• Working at height
• Options on arrangements for access (appointment systems) to suit different clients.
• Alternatives to Liquidated and Ascertained Damages