As part of CHIC’s new eight-year framework, DTS will sit on the ‘MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) Manufacturer – Frame & Panel’ workstream, delivering timber frame and panels across the UK to create modular new-build homes. The design, manufacture, and installation of timber frame wall panel building systems will meet build speed, fabric performance, building design, and cost requirements.

With a fabric-first approach that achieves net zero operational carbon, DTS’ timber systems will create sustainable, resilient homes that meet the Future Homes Standard 2025.

The CHIC Newbuild Development Framework aspires to establish a new Gold Standard development framework to offer solutions for development and regeneration schemes of all types and sizes across the UK. As well as a route to market for members, CHIC intends to establish a ‘Framework Core Group’ that shares learning, understanding and ideas and promotes standardisation and collaboration.

Structured into three lots with national coverage, the framework incorporates the following key elements:

• Lot 1 for Consultancy Services encompasses Project Management, Architectural, Structural and Civil Engineering and Principal Designer Services.
• Lot 2 offers Traditional & Main Contractors for MMC, Fully Modular supply-only solutions, Frame and Panel supply-only options and Contractor/Manufacturer Turnkey services. It provides flexibility and efficiency, allowing members to choose from a range of construction approaches that suit their specific project requirements.
• Lot 3 focuses on Development and Regeneration. It is intended for large-scale projects, providing a comprehensive approach to urban renewal. It offers solutions for newbuild developments, refurbishment, retrofitting and cross-subsidised housing for sale.

DTS was involved in competitive tenders based on CHIC’s standard house types and a wide range of rates for all other work. In total, the CHIC framework totals £3.16 billion.

Gemma Darroch, national partnerships manager from Donaldson Timber Systems said: “We’re really pleased to have been named as one of the long-term contracts on the CHIC Newbuild Development Framework. For decades we have been championing offsite timber frame systems, which use innovative and sustainable technologies and play a key role in meeting the energy requirements of new homes. We’re proud to be promoting this further via this framework over the coming years.”

Sarah Davey, CHIC’s head of development, added: “We are excited to have Donaldson Timber Systems on CHIC’s Newbuild Framework. They will be an instrumental part in helping our members deliver their newbuild development efficiently setting a gold standard for the industry.”