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  "slug": "cqms-ltd",
  "name": "CQMS Ltd",
  "description": "CQMS Ltd provides transparent, fixed-rate health and safety assessment and accreditation services, including SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement) and Common Assessment Standard (Build UK) certifications, helping businesses achieve compliance efficiently. They are part of the Guardian Group.",
  "url": "https://optimly.ai/brand/cqms-ltd",
  "websiteUrl": null,
  "logoUrl": "https://logo.clearbit.com/https://cqms-ltd.co.uk/cqms-safety-scheme-fees/",
  "baiScore": 27,
  "bai_tier_status": "active",
  "bai_score_status": "active",
  "archetype": "Challenger",
  "archetype_status": "active",
  "category": "Business Services",
  "categorySlug": null,
  "keyFacts": [],
  "aiReadiness": [],
  "competitors": [],
  "competitorsProse": null,
  "inboundCompetitors": [],
  "aiAlternatives": [],
  "parentBrand": null,
  "subBrands": [],
  "updatedAt": "2026-07-19T00:02:58.731Z",
  "verifiedVitals": {
    "website": "https://cqms-ltd.co.uk",
    "founded": "Not specified",
    "headquarters": "Not specified",
    "pricing_model": "Fixed-rate fees based on assessment module, number of employees, and whether an existing SSIP certificate is used ('Deemed to Satisfy' route). Client-specific modules have additional fixed fees. Discounts are available for SSIP exemptions and specific member groups (e.g., BESA, BPCA).",
    "core_products": "H&S module (SSIP) assessment; CQMS Safety-Scheme Premium (Common Assessment Standard); CQMS Safety-Scheme Elite (Common Assessment Standard with site-based audit); Fast-track assessment service; Client-specific CSR/PAS91 modules (e.g., for Vistry Group, untypical).",
    "key_differentiator": "Unlike other SSIP schemes, CQMS offers fixed-rate fees with no hidden costs or partner commissions, ensuring total transparency and fair pricing. They also provide direct, no-additional-charge support and guidance throughout the assessment process.",
    "target_markets": "Businesses (0-4 and 5+ employees) in sectors requiring health and safety and supply chain compliance, particularly construction and related industries, including contractors, designers, and principal contractors/designers. Specific clients mentioned include Vistry Group, BESA members, Baker Estates, BPCA, and untypical.",
    "employee_count": "Not specified",
    "funding_stage": "Part of Guardian Group (established, likely privately held or acquired)",
    "subcategory": "Health and Safety Compliance, Accreditation"
  },
  "intentTags": {
    "problemIntents": [
      "In-house Health & Safety Management: Companies can manage their health and safety compliance entirely internally by employing dedicated H&S personnel, conducting their own risk assessments, and ensuri",
      "General Health & Safety Consultancy: Businesses could engage independent health and safety consultants to advise on compliance, develop safety management systems, and prepare for any required audits o"
    ],
    "solutionIntents": [
      "CQMS Ltd SSIP assessment",
      "Common Assessment Standard provider",
      "health and safety compliance construction",
      "CHAS alternative",
      "Guardian Group compliance services",
      "Other SSIP/Common Assessment Standard Providers: Businesses can opt for other recognised SSIP Member Schemes or Common Assessment Standard bodies, such as CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, Achil"
    ],
    "evaluationIntents": []
  },
  "timestamp": 1784966187149
}