710113Universal Quotation and Energy Survey Tool (UQuEST)ClosedGRD Proof of ConceptInnovate UKThe Green Deal and other similar schemes need to work at a frantic pace in order to meet the targets set at 2020 and 2050 for the housing sector. Inefficient planning and logistics in the lead-in to work being carried out will slow that pace down considerably. We have faith in the industry to improve over time, but the pace of change required needs us to collectively hit the ground running when finance mechanism become available. All works, whether energy efficiency focussed or not, require a thorough survey at the start of the process. Construction projects are notorious for being over time and over budget and often that is due to the fact that jobs were not accurately planned or initial estimates were inaccurate. Parity Projects is seeking to develop a holistic process whereby as much key data is collected in one in-house session for all works that are likely to take place before the CO2 targets need to be met. Whilst there is an impetus on statutory surveys and energy efficiency works at this time, a holistic approach to integrate these with all other works has no market prerogative. We will consult closely with key stakeholders in the processes which enable retrofit but will firstly create a demonstration model such that our vision for the tool will be presented in our first meetings. Assessors/surveyors will see how their roles can be made more simple, with collected data stored for reuse in the future when the customer journey moves on. Clients such as homeowners, landlords and high street retailers will see the increased control over the procurement process. Once we have gathered thoughts and ideas we will seek to develop the tool into a more interactive example such that concept can be fully tested prior to more major investment taking place. Final thoughts will be collected from all stakeholders on the interactive version and a dissemination report and seminar will be arranged to demonstrate the capabilities and the case for wider implementation.