NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) launches Hard Facilities Management framework to save public sector organisations an average of 5%, whilst providing a legally-compliant route to market for a range of essential products and services.    

A new estates and facilities framework that enables public sector organisations across the country to access a range of specialist services has been launched by NHS SBS. The Hard Facilities Management framework has an estimated value of around £100 million and is free to access for NHS and other public bodies.

The ready-to-use contracts, which run until 2021, allow hospitals, GP practices, schools and local authorities, as well any other public sector organisation, to purchase some of the essential services they need to function safely and efficiently in a quick and cost-effective way.

The latest framework agreement adds to NHS SBS's comprehensive estates and facilities portfolio, providing a legally-compliant route to market for Hard Facilities Management service lines. It includes 45 different lots, covering everything from building management systems and removal services; to fire safety equipment & training, electrical sundries and Hard FM fully managed services.

https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/news/august-2017/supplier-framework