Tailored to meet the urgent needs of the NHS and other public services, NHS SBS's framework agreement offers a cost-effective procurement route for buyers to access modular building solutions from pre-vetted vendors – be it for new builds, hire or lease.

‘NHS SBS's Modular Buildings 3 framework agreement offers an opportunity to fast-track the construction of homes, schools, and NHS facilities, aligning with the Government's commitment outlined in the recent Spending Review to tackle the housing crisis, modernise healthcare infrastructure and improve education environments,' said Kat Jackson, principal category manager at NHS SBS.

‘The framework facilitates rapid access to and delivery of essential infrastructure, enabling all public sector organisations to compliantly procure modular solutions from reputable suppliers.'

The agreement is also designed to support the New Hospital Programme, which aims to deliver 25 new hospitals and replace facilities made from unsafe materials like RAAC, as well as addressing maintenance backlogs.

In the Spending Review this week, the chancellor's announced £30bn over the next five years for maintaining and repairing NHS facilities, with £5bn specifically allocated to the most critical repairs.

Modular buildings offer an ideal solution for providing temporary or permanent spaces while critical repairs are underway.