In construction, time is money—and nowhere is that more true than in procurement. Subcontractors across the UK are under pressure to source the right materials, at the right price, and at the right time, all while managing cash flow, supplier relationships, and compliance requirements.
That’s where The Build Chain comes in. As a purpose-built digital platform for subcontractors, The Build Chain transforms the entire procurement process—from submitting an enquiry to securing competitive quotes and managing your supply chain in one central location.
Whether you’re looking to streamline material sourcing or unlock greater control over your spending, The Build Chain delivers powerful tools that remove friction from every stage of procurement.
Powerful Tools Built for Real-World Procurement
The Build Chain isn’t just digital for the sake of it. Every feature has been designed to solve a specific, real-world challenge faced by subcontractors on the ground.
✅ One Enquiry for All
Stop chasing multiple merchants. Submit one materials enquiry and get matched instantly to the most relevant suppliers—no wasted time, no duplicate calls.
✅ Supply Chain Management
View, compare, and manage all supplier quotes in one place. Gain full visibility into your procurement pipeline and stay ahead of risks or disruptions.
✅ Price Benchmarking
Track pricing across suppliers to identify savings opportunities and avoid overpaying. Better decisions start with better market insights.
✅ Direct-to-Supplier Chat System
Streamline conversations and reduce back-and-forth with real-time messaging that keeps all communication in one place.
✅ Line of Credit
Secure up to £400K in credit from trusted merchants to manage cash flow without halting your project timeline.
✅ ESG Reporting
Easily track your carbon impact and generate reports for compliance or client requirements—all while supporting sustainable supply chains.
These tools aren’t just nice-to-haves—they’re built to deliver measurable impact on every project.
Why The Build Chain Is Different from Other Procurement Platforms
Plenty of tools claim to digitise procurement, but most focus on automation alone. The Build Chain goes further—by empowering subcontractors to reduce costs, strengthen supplier relationships, and take back control of the procurement process.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- We don’t take a commission—100% of your savings are yours to keep
- We connect you to local merchants and national suppliers, not just listings
- We support relationship building—not just transactions
- We put pricing, ESG, quote history, and communication all in one view
It’s about smarter decisions and simpler workflows, without sacrificing flexibility or control.
Success in Action: Rasico Construction Saves Time & Money
Rasico Construction transformed their materials procurement with The Build Chain—and the numbers speak for themselves:
✅ 18 quotes received from just 6 enquiries
✅ 10 quotes arrived within 60 minutes
✅ 1 quote landed in just 4 minutes
“The Build Chain has been a fantastic introduction to our business, saving us substantial amounts of money on many items and equally as important, it’s saved us a substantial amount of time,” says Rachel Jolley, Managing Director at Rasico. “With industry-wide price increases, every penny counts toward making projects commercially viable.”
This isn’t just about working faster—it’s about working better.
Take Back Control of Your Procurement Process
The Build Chain was built for subcontractors who are ready to stop wasting time and start buying smarter. Whether you want to cut costs, meet ESG targets, or simply make procurement less painful, our platform is here to help.
✅ Submit one enquiry and get multiple quotes
✅ Access credit without compromising cash flow
✅ Manage every order, quote, and supplier from one dashboard
✅ Simplify ESG and compliance reporting
