Pickerings is proud to be an appointed supplier
Pickerings is proud to be an appointed supplier on the NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) Modular Buildings 3 Framework Agreement (SBS10514) – a framework that has now achieved Gold Standard Verification under the Gold Standard Verification Scheme.
The framework provides NHS and wider public sector organisations with a compliant route to market for the purchase, hire or lease of modular buildings, helping organisations respond quickly and efficiently to changing capacity and space requirements.
What is the Modular Buildings 3 Framework Agreement?
The Modular Buildings 3 Framework Agreement is the latest modular buildings framework from NHS SBS. It provides approved organisations with access to pre-approved suppliers and a compliant procurement route for modular building solutions.
The framework is available nationwide to the NHS and wider public sector, including education, local authorities and blue-light organisations.
It covers a broad range of requirements, from permanent modular new-build projects to modular buildings available for hire or lease. Solutions can be used across healthcare, education, public sector and residential applications.
The framework is currently active from 12 June 2025 to 11 June 2029.
What does Gold Standard Verification mean?
NHS SBS's Construction and Estates Framework Agreements have achieved full verification under the Constructing the Gold Standard Verification Scheme, a nationally recognised benchmark for excellence in public sector construction procurement.
The verification confirms that the frameworks meet all 24 recommendations of the independent Constructing the Gold Standard review, demonstrating alignment with recognised best practice in areas including:
- Collaboration
- Transparency
- Sustainability
- Long-term value creation
- Net Zero objectives
- Public sector procurement best practice
For organisations using the framework, Gold Standard Verification provides additional assurance that they are accessing a compliant, collaborative and high-quality route to market aligned with best practice in public sector construction procurement.
As an appointed supplier on SBS10514, Pickerings is able to promote its association with this Gold Standard Verified framework.
Why use modular buildings?
Modular buildings offer a flexible and efficient solution for organisations requiring additional space quickly.
Manufactured offsite in a controlled environment, modular buildings can help reduce programme times and minimise disruption compared with traditional construction methods. They can also be expanded, reconfigured or relocated as requirements change, providing a future-proof solution for organisations with evolving space needs.
Depending on the project, modular buildings can provide:
- Additional healthcare and clinical capacity
- Temporary or permanent education facilities
- Offices and administrative accommodation
- Decant accommodation during refurbishment or construction
- Public sector facilities
- Residential accommodation
- Specialist spaces tailored to individual requirements
NHS SBS highlights that modular solutions can support time and cost savings, reduce disruption and contribute towards sustainability and Net Zero objectives.
How to access the Modular Buildings 3 Framework
The framework enables approved organisations to access modular building suppliers through either further competition or direct award, in accordance with the applicable procurement requirements.
If you are considering a modular building project and would like to find out how Pickerings can support you through the framework, contact our team and quote ‘SBS10514’.
A Gold Standard Verified framework for public sector projects
Pickerings is pleased to be associated with the NHS SBS Modular Buildings 3 Framework and its Gold Standard Verification.
The framework provides public sector organisations with a recognised and compliant route to access modular building solutions, while supporting wider objectives around quality, sustainability, social value, Net Zero and long-term value.
Whether you require additional space for healthcare, education, local government, blue-light services or another public sector application, Pickerings can help you explore a modular solution through SBS10514.
Find out more about the framework:
NHS SBS Modular Buildings 3 Framework Agreement | SBS10514
