Shaped by Public Sector Insight

NEPO's procurement solutions are the result of extensive consultation with the public sector, suppliers and end users, so that we deliver positive outcomes for the communities we serve.

We procure a wide range of goods and services which means our procurement solutions feature suppliers of all shapes and sizes, from SMEs to large multinationals.

We work in partnership with our members, suppliers, and other key stakeholders to deliver positive social value outcomes. Whether it’s giving a helping hand to community groups, improving the environment or supporting charities, our social value delivery aims to bring about real change.

We are governed by the 12 North East local authorities:

South Tyneside Council

Middlesbrough Council

Hartlepool Borough Council

Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council

Gateshead Council

Newcastle City Council

Darlington Borough Council

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

North Tyneside Council

Sunderland City Council

Northumberland County Council

Durham County Council

What We Do

Our work spans social value, innovative solutions, strong collaboration with members and the NEPO Supplier Partnership Programme, all designed to drive better outcomes for our region and beyond.

Innovative Solutions

We collaborate with a wide range of partners to ensure needs are understood and met, bringing together suppliers of all sizes, from SMEs to large multinationals. Whether you’re a public sector buyer, a supplier, or an end user, NEPO is procuring for you.

Find our more about our wide range of solutions

Associate Membership

NEPO’s procurement solutions are available for use by the wider public sector via a free associate membership scheme, with over 1,000 UK contracting authorities registered with NEPO.

Find out more about our Associate Membership

NEPO Supplier Partnership Programme

We’re committed to helping regional and local suppliers find, bid for and win contract opportunities with the public sector. Our free training, workshops and wider support is designed to help give you the best chance of success.

Find out more about the NEPO Supplier Partnership Programme

Procurement with a Purpose

We work in partnership with our members, suppliers, and other key stakeholders to deliver positive social value outcomes that help improve the economic, social, and environmental wellbeing of our region.

Find out more about our social value commitment