Government agencies at every level (federal, state, local, military) deal with the same space problems as everyone else.
They too need more offices, better security checkpoints, various improvements in their facilities, and they usually need it all done within a tight budget and on a strict timeline.
It’s no wonder, then, that many of these agencies look to modular construction to meet these needs. After all, it’s faster than traditional building methods, and it has the flexibility to adapt as agency circumstances change.
In this guide, we’ll cover how government agencies use modular buildings, what types are available, and more.
How Government Agencies Use Modular Buildings
Though, as we mentioned, government agencies deal with a lot of the same space issues as other organizations, they also have a few extra things to worry about.
For one, budgets are often fixed and tied to specific fiscal years.
Also, things like security requirements are stricter, procurement has to go through specific channels, and decisions tend to take longer (because of the layers of approval involved).
Modular construction works well in this environment especially because it’s predictable. The cost is set upfront, the timeline is shorter, and the building can be installed without big disruptions to whatever the agency is already doing.
We’ve seen government clients use modular for everything, from security checkpoints at military bases to administrative offices in government warehouses.
Types of Government Modular Buildings
Naturally, the next question that arises is how exactly can modular construction be used for such agencies. Here are some of the most common modular buildings we build for government clients.
Guardhouses and Security Booths
This is probably the most obvious government application. Guardhouses and security booths can be used as entry/exit points, parking stations, or for basic perimeter security.
Modular guardhouses can be built with bullet-resistant materials and HVAC systems to make sure that the personnel working inside are both safe and comfortable. They can also come with electrical and data connections, tinted or mirrored glass, and whatever else the security team requires.
Modular Offices
What’s more, government warehouses, depots, and military bases all need office space, just like any normal business. Administrative staff need a normal workspace to carry out daily tasks, and it doesn’t always make sense to build permanent offices inside a government building, especially when significant changes may be on the horizon.
Partition Walls
Further, sometimes a government facility doesn’t need a whole new building, but just needs to divide an existing space into separate areas. Modular partition walls can create separate offices, zones, storage spaces, or working areas within a larger building.
This may be especially useful when agencies are reorganizing, consolidating, or sharing space with other departments.
Equipment and Machine Enclosures
At other times, government agencies may need enclosed spaces for specific equipment. There are too many uses to name here, but they can be used for controlling the environment around certain machinery, for containing noise, for extracting dust and toxic fumes, and much more. Modular enclosures handle all of this and can be installed inside existing buildings without the usual problems associated with traditional construction.
Break Rooms
Finally, government employees need rest and break areas just like anyone else. A modular break room or lunch room can be built inside an existing facility to give staff a comfortable space away from operations.
We want to stress that this is by no means a complete list. At Allied Modular, we also build a number of other products that government agencies use, including guard towers, service booths, control rooms, computer labs, training rooms, vision towers, and much more.
The Bottom Line
Allied Modular has been building modular solutions for government clients for over 30 years. We’re a GSA Schedule holder, and we’ve worked with all branches of the U.S. military, as well as NASA and other federal agencies.
Whether it’s a guardhouse at a military base, offices inside a government warehouse, or partition walls for a federal building, we’ve done it. And because we’re already in the GSA system, procurement is straightforward.
If you’re a government buyer looking to add modular buildings to your facility, reach out to us today to discuss your project and get a quote.
