3rd December 2018
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12th December 2018
Read our case study on how Bath and North East Somerset Council used NEPRO to achieve savings across school catering services whilst retaining quality
28th November 2018
Congratulations to Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council on receiving a National Social Value Award at the recent National Social Value Conference held 20/21 November.
20th November 2018
The Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) awards celebrate the wealth of talent within the North East construction and engineering sector
19th November 2018
NEPO’s nationally available solution for Furniture has been included in DfE's list of recommended deals.
14th November 2018
NEPRO, the neutral vendor solution for specialist professional services, has been included in DfE's list of recommended deals for schools.
8th November 2018
The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) are holding a free event on Game Theory and how it can apply to your commercial activities.
6th November 2018
NEPO is seeking a SIP Manager to finalise the strategic direction for the Systems Integration Project (SIP), oversee the project, and implement the new system.
NEPO is a proud event partner of the Local Government Procurement Expo (LGPE) 2018
29th October 2018
South Tyneside Council are seeking innovative suppliers to support the creation and delivery of efficient alternative solutions taking into consideration the use of technology.
24th October 2018
Launch event organised by Institute of Local Governance and partners, takes place 12 November in Newcastle
22nd October 2018
Visit NEPO at Stand GN34 of the North East Expo on 7 November (Newcastle)
17th October 2018
Learn how to win professional services business with the public sector in the North East
15th October 2018
Nine team members from NEPO have completed the 3 Lakes Walk in aid of Team Evie.
9th October 2018
The Public Sector Solutions Expo Manchester takes place on 20th November 2018 and is free to attend for those working in the public sector.
4th October 2018
NEPO recently hosted a regional meeting with suppliers and Member Authorities to discuss opportunities to reduce single use plastics within its Food category and beyond.
1st October 2018
NEPO and its Member Authorities have kickstarted an ambitious project to streamline core procurement activity undertaken by NEPO and its Member Authorities.
26th September 2018
Darlington Borough Council have invited local businesses to join them at 2018 Darlington Business Week for a series of free events focussed on supporting business growth.
19th September 2018
Government has published a series of technical notices to help suppliers understand what they need to do in a ‘no deal’ scenario, so they can make informed plans and preparations.
11th September 2018
NEPO has appointed GRI to deliver a vendor neutral managed service for temporary agency staff. The solution will be available for use by the wider public sector.
10th September 2018
A market consultation event will be held in Newcastle on 19 Sept 2018 in preparation for the procurement of an online research and information tool for Social Care professionals.
6th September 2018
NEPO's solution for Grounds Maintenance Equipment & Plant has been procured in partnership with TPPL and covers an extensive range of equipment.
4th September 2018
On Monday 8 October the North East LEP, in partnership with Nexus, has arranged a special event for local suppliers to meet the prime contractors bidding for these contracts
27th August 2018
NEPO has launched a series of short videos designed to help suppliers improve their public sector tendering skills.
15th August 2018
NEPO is working with its food suppliers and other regional stakeholders to explore opportunities to work together to reduce plastic usage.
9th August 2018
Durham County Council are seeking a Strategic Account Manager to work with schools and academies.
8th August 2018
Middlesbrough Council are seeking a Placement Officer to help secure better outcomes for looked-after children.
3rd August 2018
NEPO are proud event partners to the LGPE 2018 which takes place on 28 November 2018 at the Novotel London West in Hammersmith. .
1st August 2018
The presentations from the market consultation event held 2 July for External Training Provision
23rd July 2018
Read about how NEPO can help public sector buying organisations appoint consultancy services for their construction projects.
19th July 2018
NEPO is seeking a Regional Contract Management Officer to join our team based on Newcastle's quayside.
NEPO has appointed EDF Energy as the sole supplier of its new Electricity Framework Agreement. The contract will commence from 1 April 2019.
18th July 2018
Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council would like to engage with providers who can provide a short breaks service to children/young people and their families.
Come and join the NEPO team as a Regional Procurement Officer.
17th July 2018
NEPO’s Milk & Dairy Products supplier, Embleton Hall Dairies, has shown its commitment to delivering social value outcomes, by holding a series of activity days designed to improve local children’s awareness of food production.
NEPO is seeking a Systems Integration Project Lead to join the team on a full time basis.
12th July 2018
North Tyneside Council is holding events for suppliers to find out how to become part of the housing, repairs and maintenance supply chain.
11th July 2018
A new and improved website has been launched for NEPRO, the neutral vendor solution for specialist professional services.
4th July 2018
NEPO attended the Tees Valley Business Summit held on 3 July at Teesside University.
14th June 2018
NEPO and its Member Authorities are piloting a new approach to measuring social value in their procurement processes.
NEPO has launched a series of short videos designed to help suppliers improve their public sector tendering skills.
A market consultation event will take place on 2 July 2018 in preparation for the procurement of a regional Solution for Training Providers.
7th June 2018
NEPO's annual supplier survey results will shape our approach to procurement and inform our supplier development activity.
6th June 2018
NEPO is seeking a Regional Procurement Officer to work within the Energy Category Team.
An engagement event for SMEs who are interested in winning public sector contracts is taking place on Wednesday 27th June 2018 at the City Library in Newcastle.
1st June 2018
NEPO is holding a fundraising event in support of its Charity of the Year, Team Evie on 21 June.
30th May 2018
Suppliers are invited to attend a free event to find out about becoming a supplier to South Tyneside Council.
NEPO has issued an Invitation to Tender for Grounds Maintenance Equipment and Plant Purchase.
29th May 2018
NEPO has issued an Invitation to Tender for a Vendor Neutral Managed Service for Temporary Agency Workers.
25th May 2018
The introduction of new General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) from 25 May 2018 has led to changes in contract provisions for solutions which involve the processing of personal data.
16th May 2018
Durham County Council has advertised opportunities for two Apprenticeships in its Corporate Procurement team.
10th May 2018
Durham County Council is seeking to recruit a Strategic Category Manager as part of an award winning and proactive procurement team of 23 employees.
3rd May 2018
NEPO is seeking a full-time Regional Procurement Officer (£18,070 - £30,153).
2nd May 2018
NEPO has published the second edition of its popular “Overview of Public Sector Procurement in the North East”.
1st May 2018
NEPO is seeking a Regional Category Specialist to lead the delivery of the Energy category.
25th April 2018
NEPO has awarded twenty construction companies a place on its regional framework agreement for building construction works.
NEPO has been Highly Commended in the category of “Procurement Team of the Year” at the National GO Awards held on 24 April 2018.
24th April 2018
Middlesbrough's Commissioning & Procurement team requires an experienced Children’s Commissioning Officer who will work in partnership with Children’s Services in order to drive and achieve the belief in families vision.
12th April 2018
A Provider Engagement Session will be held at Newcastle City Library on 18 April 2018 in advance of a regional procurement for Children's Complaints, Advocacy and Representations.
4th April 2018
NEPO is seeking a Systems Integration Project Lead to work on a full-time basis at our offices on Newcastle's quayside.
29th March 2018
NEPO has been shortlisted across four categories in the national GO Awards 2018
28th March 2018
Rob Levene, Executive Director at Bloom explains how local authorities are reaping the benefits of an alternative approach to buying professional services in a recent article with LocalGov
Sunderland City Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced procurement professional to join the Corporate Procurement team as a Category Manager.
27th March 2018
The LGA has advertised for a Adviser to work with members of the National Advisory Group for local government procurement.
21st March 2018
The organisers of the Great Exhibition of the North 2018 have invited relevant companies to tender for a range of services to support the event.
15th March 2018
South Tyneside Council, acting on behalf of NEPO, is exploring options for the provision of Safeguarding Adult Reviews, Domestic Homicide Reviews and Serious Case Reviews.
6th March 2018
The North East Local Enterprise Partnership and North East Combined Authority have joined forces to launch a brand new website that provides live data on the performance of the North East economy and transport infrastructure.
21st February 2018
Newcastle City Council is holding an engagement event for providers of training services on Thursday 8 March (9.00 to 11.00) in Newcastle.
20th February 2018
NEPO is seeking a Team Administrator to work on a full-time permanent basis at our offices on Newcastle's quayside. Salary £17,072 to £17,772
13th February 2018
NEPO is seeking a full-time Regional Procurement Officer (£21,268 - £23,398), on a fixed term basis to 30 June 2018.
7th February 2018
The latest edition of Supply NEPO, our quarterly newsletter for suppliers, has been published .
31st January 2018
A summary of current and upcoming opportunities
30th January 2018
A case study about County Durham Housing Group's usage of NEPO's Office Supplies solution
25th January 2018
NEPO is delighted to have been shortlisted for a Public Finance Innovation Award for its work on NEPRO.
24th January 2018
Hartlepool Borough Council is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager. Closing date is 29 January 2018 at 12.00
23rd January 2018
NEPO is delighted to announce that Team Evie is our nominated charity for 2018.
18th January 2018
NEPO and The Procurement Partnership Ltd (TPPL) have raised over £4,500 for Mental Health North East (MHNE).
16th January 2018
Opportunities for suppliers to participate in The Great Exhibition of the North 22/6/18 to 9/9/18
15th January 2018
A summary of NEPO Business Club events
9th January 2018
Newcastle City Council is seeking a Lead Specialist (Resources).
NEPO is seeking a suitably qualified procurement professional to join our Newcastle-based team as Regional Category Specialist.
7th January 2018
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will be effective from 25 May 2018. The ICO website features a useful guide and checklist.
2nd January 2018
Sunderland City Council have reported annual savings of £200K through a long-term agreement using the Insurance Services solution
Associate Members are able to access a range of NEPO’s solutions.
NEPO has a range of Energy solutions available to Associate Members.
Upcoming procurement projects in 2018
1st January 2018
A summary of upcoming activity for NEPO over 2018.
A summary of business support websites
A summary of recent updates to the NEPO Portal
An opportunity for NEPO contracted suppliers to showcase in the Associate Member newsletter
NEPO’s innovative approach to procuring specialist professional services has been shortlisted for two prestigious awards; LGC Awards (Innovation category) and Public Finance Innovation Awards (Good Governance category)
NEPO is committed to accelerating economic growth, prosperity and delivering social value in the North East as part of all collaborative procurement activity.
20th December 2017
Please note that our office will be closed from 13.00 Friday 22 December, reopening at 8.30 on Tuesday 2 January.
17th December 2017
NEPO would like to wish you a very merry Christmas and all the best for 2018.
12th December 2017
The Local Government Association's (LGA) fifth national construction conference takes place on 1 February 2018 in London.
16th November 2017
NEPO has launched a nationally available solution for HGV and Specialist Vehicles.The solution was procured in partnership with The Procurement Partnership Limited (TPPL)
9th November 2017
NEPO’s innovative approach to procuring specialist professional services has been shortlisted for a prestigious LGC 2018 Award.
2nd November 2017
NEPO has published the latest edition of Supply NEPO, the North East Procurement Organisation's quarterly newsletter for suppliers.
26th October 2017
Paul Thompson, Director of Embleton Hall Dairies describes what this means for his business and offers advice to prospective suppliers to the public sector.
There are two sub-regional growth hubs available for North East suppliers interested in accessing business support.
Contracts Finder lets you search for information about contracts with the government and wider public sector worth over £10k.
Did you know that the NEPO Contracts Register could help you grow your business?
Latest figures show that NEPO’s Member Authorities’ spending with North East businesses totalled £1.5bn in 2016/17, equating to 61% of total expenditure.
19th October 2017
Market consultation is a critical part of NEPO’s approach to procurement and can lead to the delivery of cost-effective, innovative solutions that offer maximum benefits.
4th October 2017
NEPO continues to work with Mental Health North East to support them in their objective of improving mental health services for the region.
We’ll be at the following events in November 2017, come and see us to discuss maximising opportunities to supply the public sector.
NEPO Business Club offers free workshops,training and events for public sector suppliers based in the North East.
NEPO describes the practical steps being taken in response to the 2017 supplier survey findings.
Read about NEPO's approach to market consultation
NEPO is developing a Contract Management Framework in order to embed a consistent approach across its procurement activity, ultimately ensuring transparency and improved working relationships.
Did you know that the majority of NEPO solutions are accessible by all UK public sector organisations? This presents an opportunity for suppliers & NEPO to work together to increase business via NEPO solutions.
NEPO has awarded a solution providing the North East public sector with a compliant, value-for-money route to appoint consultancy services for construction and engineering projects.
2nd October 2017
Are you attending the Local Government Procurement Expo on 22 November in London? If so, please come and see us in the LGA pavilion.
NEPO is developing a Market Consultation Guide to ensure NEPO’s procurement solutions reflect market insight and reflect best-practice.
NEPO is developing a Contract Management Framework in order to embed a consistent approach across its procurement activity.
A summary of some of NEPO's latest procurement solutions
There has been a great deal of progress in NEPO’s Construction category with key developments in two flagship solutions.
NEPO is working on a nationally-available solution for the purchase of HGV and specialist fleet. The procurement is being undertaken as part of NEPO’s partnership with TPPL.
NEPRO provides Associate Members with a compliant route to appoint specialist professional services.
27th September 2017
Market engagement event (5 Oct 2017) to inform and consult with suppliers interested in bidding for Traffic Management Services.
A free webinar for public sector organisations taking place Tuesday 3 October at 10.00
19th September 2017
NEPO has issued an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the provision of library books. The deadline for responses is 12 noon Wednesday 18 October 2017.
13th September 2017
As one of the most demanding and exciting transport mega-projects in Europe, a wide range of works, goods and services will be required to deliver the HS2 programme.
7th September 2017
NEPO has awarded a regional solution for the provision of milk and dairy products.
NEPO has launched the procurement process for a new regional solution for Building Construction Works.
6th September 2017
NEPO is delighted to once again support the Local Government Procurement Expo 2017 (22 Nov, London) as official event partner.
21st August 2017
Stockton Council has two new job opportunities for Procurement Officers. Closing date 10 September 2017.
Stockton Council has a vacancy for a Contract Management Officer. Closing date 10 September 2017.
18th August 2017
On Sunday 10 September 2017, Steven SInclair, Head of Procurement at NEPO, will take part in The Simplyhealth Great North Run in support of MHNE.
14th August 2017
NEPO is delighted to announce our attendance at Darlington Business Week taking place from 18 to 22 September.
9th August 2017
NEPO recently published its first edition of Supply NEPO, the new quarterly newsletter for the organisation’s contracted suppliers.
3rd August 2017
NEPO has welcomed National Savings & Investments (NS&I) as its 300th Associate Member.
2nd August 2017
NEPO is holding a market engagement event to consult with construction contractors regarding the forthcoming Building Construction Works solution
1st August 2017
NEPO has raised over £1,200 for Mental Health North East by climbing Skiddaw Mountain in the Lake District.
31st July 2017
NEPO has issued its first quarterly newsletter for Associate Members.
An update on NEPO's approach to social value.
The 2017 NEPO Supplier Survey took place in May 2017 and will inform an action plan for our future activity
25th July 2017
NEPO is seeking a Regional Procurement Officer (closing date 28 July 2017)
16th July 2017
NEPO encourages any North East Associate Members with responsibility for winter maintenance of outdoor road surfaces to get in touch to discuss their requirements.
12th July 2017
NEPO has invited suppliers of library books to attend informal meetings with procuring officers and librarians in advance of the procurement of a new regional solution.
7th July 2017
Seaham Business Park is holding a free Bid Writing Workshop on Tuesday 18 July from 8.30am-10.30am at Seaham Marina.
6th July 2017
The NEPO Business Club is delighted to have supported businesses across Middlesbrough in developing their bid writing skills at a recent event.
NEPO is pleased to announce that National Savings & Investments has recently joined as the organisation’s 300th Associate Member.
5th July 2017
NEPO has published a useful guide for suppliers interested in competing for work with public sector organisations in the North East.
NEPO's partnership with TPPL gives our Members access to TPPL’s full range of compliant purchase and contract hire frameworks for vehicles and plant.
NEPO’s Prepaid Card Accounts solution was launched earlier in the year following extensive stakeholder engagement and market consultation.
NEPO was delighted to have recently been shortlisted for the TELCA (The Energy Live Consultancy Awards) award for Consultancy of the Year 2017.
NEPO's approach to the IR35 intermediaries legislation.
NEPO has worked in partnership with its North East Member Authorities to develop a Collaborative Procurement Strategy for the period 2017 to 2020.
4th July 2017
Crown Commercial Service are holding a workshop on Tuesday 18 July, in partnership with NEPO, to get input from public sector buyers on the Aggregation process within Technology.
A summary of the latest procurement policy notes (PPN) from Cabinet Office.
28th June 2017
As part of its fundraising for Mental Health North East, the NEPO team will climb Skiddaw mountain on 28 July 2017.
20th June 2017
NEPO will hold a number of free one-to-one sessions for suppliers interested in improving their knowledge of the NEPO Portal.
Durham County Council has a vacancy for a Corporate Procurement Officer. Closing date 9 July 2017.
8th June 2017
South Tyneside Council is holding a Local Supplier Engagement Event at South Shields Town Hall on Tuesday 4th July 2017.
30th May 2017
Gateshead-based GB Lubricants have described how their participation in NEPO’s supplier support programme has led to growth and investment for the company.
23rd May 2017
NEPO is delighted to have been shortlisted for the TELCA (The Energy Live Consultancy Awards) award for Consultancy of the Year 2017.
19th May 2017
NEPO has two job vacancies for Regional Procurement Officers (1 x Energy, 1 x Construction). Both are full-time positions and the successful candidates will be based at NEPO's offices on Newcastle's quayside.
17th May 2017
Oil NRG, a supplier to NEPO’s Liquid Fuels solution, has been included in a high-profile list from the London Stock Exchange.
4th May 2017
NEPO has awarded a regional solution for translation and interpreting services.
27th April 2017
NEPO is recruiting for the position of Team Administrator (fixed term until 31 March 2018).
25th April 2017
NEPO has invited suppliers to take part in an annual survey designed to capture views on public sector procurement.
Durham County Council’s Corporate Procurement team invite you to attend an in-depth workshop aimed at suppliers, and potential suppliers, of goods, works or services to the Council.
19th April 2017
Find out about the benefits of registering on the NEPO Portal.
12th April 2017
A series of insight events for public sector organisations interested in using the Insurance Services (RM3731) framework will take place in May, June and September.
6th April 2017
Newcastle City Council has a vacancy for the position of Commissioning and Procurement Officer. Closing date is 17 April 2017.
5th April 2017
Durham County Council has advertised two positions within Corporate Procurement. Closing date is 26 April 2017.
4th April 2017
Public sector procurement plays a key role in ensuring that businesses understand what is expected of them and comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015. This article provides guidance and advice for NEPO's suppliers.
29th March 2017
Steven Sinclair, Head of Procurement at NEPO, describes NEPO's approach to IR35 intermediaries legislation.
28th March 2017
The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Cleveland has used NEPO’s Building Construction Works solution to appoint a build partner for the new Community Safety Hub in Hemlington, Middlesbrough.
22nd March 2017
The organisation formerly known as NEPRO Ltd has revealed that the company will be rebranded to Bloom to support its vision of opening up procurement.
21st March 2017
NEPO has advertised two vacancies for the position of Regional Procurement Officer (one fixed term and one permanent position).
9th March 2017
NEPO has awarded a solution for the provision of Meter Operator Services.
2nd March 2017
28th February 2017
NEPO is delighted to have been shortlisted in the Recruiter Awards 2017 for the 'Outstanding Outsourced Recruitment Organisation' category.
21st February 2017
NEPO is holding a market engagement event on 6 March (Newcastle) to consult with construction contractors in preparation for the renewal of the Building Construction Works Framework.
15th February 2017
We are delighted to announce that NEPO has been shortlisted for four GO Awards.
14th February 2017
Sunderland City Council has shared the presentations from its 8 Feb. Meet the Buyer event on opportunities to supply high profile events in the city.
31st January 2017
NEPO and TPPL are pleased to announce a new partnership that will enable public sector bodies to purchase and contract hire vehicles and plant at competitive rates.
25th January 2017
NEPO has awarded a solution for the supply of catering disposables covering a wide range of products such as food containers, cups, bags and baking accessories.
Sunderland City Council is holding a ‘Meet the Buyer’ event on where suppliers can find out about upcoming opportunities to supply a variety of goods and services for some of the highest profile events in the region.
19th January 2017
NEPO has published a survey to collect views from the Construction sector on the forthcoming tender process for a Building Construction Works framework.
17th January 2017
The NEPO Contracts Register is a free tool that provides information on contracts that can help your business identify subcontracting opportunities and plan resources for tendering.
22nd December 2016
The NEPO team will raise funds for Mental Health North East in 2017.
The NEPO Business Club offers a programme of free events for suppliers interested in improving their public sector tendering skills.
14th December 2016
Read about how NEPO procured a regional solution for the supply of Liquid Fuels (such as petrol, diesel, gas oil and kerosene) with estimated savings of £250K over 4 years.
7th December 2016
NEPO is holding a series of one-to-one appointments with suppliers and distributors of Milk and Dairy Products on Thursday 8 December 2016 (in Newcastle upon Tyne).
1st December 2016
29th November 2016
Durham County Council have a vacancy for a Strategic Procurement Officer.
22nd November 2016
As part of its 40th Anniversary celebrations held in November 2016, NEPO presented a number of colleagues with awards to recognise their contribution to collaborative procurement in the region.
10th November 2016
NEPO has marked its 40th anniversary with an awards ceremony to celebrate its contribution to local government procurement in the region.
3rd November 2016
Taking place Wednesday 30th November 2016, 9.30am – 11.30am at the Learning Lounge, Hebburn Central, Glen Street, Hebburn, NE31 1AB.
19th October 2016
Taking place Tuesday 8 November in London.
6th October 2016
Taking place 20 October 2016. A networking event for consultants to discover the benefits of working with NEPRO, our neutral vender professional service provider.
22nd September 2016
NEPO has awarded a new solution for Grounds Maintenance Equipment.
20th September 2016
NEPO has awarded a new solution for Travel Management Services to Click Travel Ltd.
Exciting opportunity for a Team Administrator to join NEPO
15th September 2016
Taking place 10am to 1.30pm on Friday 14 October 2016 at Aon offices, 40 Spring Garden, Manchester. An event for public sector buyers to learn about Insurance Service Framework (ref RM3731).
7th September 2016
The North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) has implemented a new solution for North East local authorities to purchase their liquid fuel requirements.
6th September 2016
Taking place 16th Sept. 2016 at Aycliffe Business Park. A marketplace for broadband providers to showcase their services to Aycliffe Business Park community.
NEPO has published a short guide to help public sector buyers fully understand NEPRO - our innovative solution for the procurement of professional services.
1st September 2016
31st August 2016
On 28 September 2016, NEPRO Ltd is hosting a one-day conference for its clients (taking place at the British Library, London).
10th August 2016
On 21st April 2016 NEPO extended the current Electricity Framework with npower for a further two years effective from 1st April 2017.
25th July 2016
This free event will provide public sector colleagues with guidance, knowledge and support on making decisions around insurance service procurement.
21st July 2016
The North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) will be undertaking a procurement exercise shortly for the Supply of Furniture.
30th June 2016
(Olympia Building, Teesside University, 5 July 2016) Come along and visit our stand at the Tees Valley Business Summit on Tuesday 5th July in the Olympia Building at Teesside University from 8am to 4pm.
27th June 2016
(5th July 2016, One Trinity Green, South Shields) How to sell to the MOD The South Tyneside Business Forum (STBF) are pleased to be hosting a ‘How to sell to the MOD’ event on Tuesday 05 July 2016 at One Trinity Green, Eldon Street, South Shields, NE33 1SA.
1st June 2016
(June 9, Business & IP Centre, Newcastle) Are you tendering for new business? Have you won a new contract? Are you planning for growth? If so, the Business & IP Centre are offering the following free workshop: Date: Thursday 9 June 2016 Time: 9am - 1pm Venue: Bewick Hall City Library, Newcastle, NE1 8AX The workshop is specifically aimed at businesses who are planning to take on staff or expand their workforce and will be an introduction to developing a people strategy from first thoughts through to building a successful team.
25th May 2016
The NEPO Portal has been upgraded in order to create a much more user-friendly experience for public sector suppliers.
20th May 2016
The North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) in partnership with de Poel have just been added to the list of National Outsourcing Association (NOA) Professional Award winners, beating the likes of Capita and NHS SBS & Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Partnership NHS Trust to scoop a prestigious accolade for excellence in public sector outsourcing.
10th May 2016
NEPO is delighted to announce that our work with de Poel on temporary labour provision has been shortlisted for a NOA Professional Award in the “Excellence in Business Process Outsourcing (Public Sector)” category.
18th April 2016
The NEPO Portal will be upgrading their ProContract system on 23rd May.
14th April 2016
The North East Growth Hub is an online platform that connects you with like-minded people and simplifies business support for SMEs in the North East region.
13th April 2016
Are you attending Expo North East on 27 April 2016? If so, come and visit NEPO at Stand GN36.
8th April 2016
Durham County Council’s procurement team are holding three Procurement Workshops in April / May, to offer potential suppliers and providers an opportunity to learn more about the procurement process and gain valuable insights on how to find out about tender opportunities, how to bid effectively for them, and how we pick the winners.
7th April 2016
The North East Procurement Organisation has entered into a four year framework agreement with twenty three successful contractors which signals their intent to move to a new more collaborative approach to civil engineering & infrastructure works across the North East region.
5th April 2016
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31st March 2016
The North East Procurement Organisation in partnership with the North East Highways Alliance has entered into a four year framework agreement with thirteen successful contractors which signals a new more collaborative approach to highways construction.
21st March 2016
Looking to improve and grow your business? Redcar & Cleveland Business Growth Surgery 9:30am - 12.
10th March 2016
Taking place Wednesday 23 March at 1pm (Newcastle) NEPO is reviewing options regarding their approach to Bring Bank Recycling pending their current contract coming to an end in October 2016.
10th February 2016
Thursday 18th February 14.
4th February 2016
Taking place Tues 22 March at NETpark, Stockton-on-Tees (9:00 to 12:00) How can SMEs defend against sophisticated cyber threats with limited resources? How can suppliers ensure they are compliant with Cyber Essentials - a requirement for public sector suppliers when bidding for government contracts which involve handling of sensitive and personal information and provision of certain technical products and services? Signacure Resilience's FREE workshop will be packed full of useful hints and tips to enable you to create a plan of action for your organisation to control vulnerabilities and cyber risks.
2nd February 2016
Taking place on Tuesday 1 March in Jarrow (from 17:45 to 20:15) The South Tyneside Business Forum is hosting a FREE event for local businesses in South Tyneside and the wider North East.
26th January 2016
Taking place Friday 12 February in Darlington Tees Valley Unlimited is hosting a breakfast event giving local supply chain companies the opportunity to meet key executives from two of the UK’s most significant rail projects at an executive business briefing.
23rd January 2016
(Various dates, Business & IP Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AX) FREE events for organisations with an interest in winning public sector business have been added to the NEPO Business Club Programme January - April 2016.
7th January 2016
(Various dates, Business & IP Centre, Newcastle City Library) The January 2016 programme of events, supported by Generation North East, is now published.
5th January 2016
(Redcar & Cleveland Leisure and Community Heart, TS10 1TD, Wednesday 27 January) Kick start your business in 2016 by attending our Construction Meet the Buyer event.
25th November 2015
(Gateshead Civic Centre, 9 December 2015) Gateshead Council on behalf of NEPO is acting as lead spoke to arrange a Framework for Demolition Services and Asbestos Management for use by the NEPO Authorities and their partner organisations for a period of 4 years.
17th November 2015
If you are attending the Local Government Procurement Expo at London Olympia on 18 November 2015, then please come and visit NEPO's stand in the Local Government Pavilion.
15th October 2015
Taking place Thursday 22 October 2015 at The Xcel Centre, Newton Aycliffe, Durham.
30th September 2015
The North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) has issued its third annual supplier survey.
25th August 2015
(22 September, Ramside Hall, Durham) Date: Tuesday 22 September 2015 Time: 09:00 - 13:00 Venue: Ramside Hall Hotel, Durham, County Durham, DH1 1TD Cost: FREE Suppliers and sub Constractors are being offered the chance to build business relationships with Esh Construction in the North East at their 'Meet the Buyer' event.
3rd August 2015
Following information published earlier in July, please find attached our response with full consideration of all feedback received throughout the NE12+ consultation period.
23rd July 2015
As part of an overarching review of the NEPO Electronic Tendering System, NEPO and its 12 Member Authorities are looking to review three elements of our portal service provision as outlined below: 1) Review of the actual system; 2) Redesigning of services; and 3) Establishing gaps in service provision.
16th July 2015
Is your business based in the Tees Valley? If so, Tees Valley Unlimited ( the Local Enterprise Partnership for Tees Valley) would like to hear from you.
17th June 2015
Provider Workshop, Friday 17th July, 1pm Tuned In! Majuba Road, Redcar, TS10 5BJ Children’s Residential Care Providers are invited to attend an afternoon workshop looking at the Tees Valley vision for future provision and the development of a framework agreement.
16th June 2015
(South Shields, 9 July 2015) The July meeting of South Tyneside Business Forum's Construction Group will be held as follows: Venue: One Trinity Green, Laygate, South Shields Date: Thursday 09 July 2015 Time: 8.
5th June 2015
(Friday 26 June, Business and IP Centre, Newcastle) The NEPO Business Club's Winning Business Outside the Region workshop originally scheduled for Tuesday 16 June will now be held on Friday 26 June.
(16 June, Future Technology Centre, Washington) Tadea UK would like to invite North East SMEs* to an Energy and Fuel Efficiency Showcase of two products that will save businesses money and reduce carbon emissions.
3rd June 2015
(Business and IP Centre, Newcastle City Library - various dates) The NEPO Business Club events for the month of June are now available for you to reserve your place.
8th May 2015
(South Shields, 18 May 2015) South Tyneside Council would like to invite you to a Local Supplier Engagement Event at Chuter Ede Education Centre on Monday 18 May.
29th April 2015
(14 May, One Trinity Green, Laygate, South Shields) The next meeting of the South Tyneside Business Forum Construction Group will take place on Thursday 14th May 2015 at One Trinity Green, Laygate, South Shields, 8.
30th March 2015
Newcastle City council are holding a supplier engagement event for Alternative Education Provision for Young People.
11th February 2015
Teesside University is working with Tadea to offer a free half day simulator-based driver workshop package (worth £280) to 27 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) based in the North East*.
5th February 2015
(Sedgefield, 18th February 2015) NEPO would like to invite all interested parties to attend the following supplier engagement event in advance of the forthcoming procurement process for the North East region's Highways Resurfacing Framework.
(North Tyneside, 12 & 18 February 2015) North Tyneside Council will be holding two sessions for transport providers to outline the tendering procedure and to demonstrate the Dynamic Purchasing System.
4th February 2015
(The Core, Science Central, Newcastle upon Tyne 12&13 February 2015) Newcastle City Council's Business & IP Centre is encouraging small and medium sized North East enterprises to attend their 'Innovation Elevator' Programme of events.
3rd February 2015
(NETPark, Sedgefield, 25th and 26th February) The 12 local authorities across the North East and Client Commissioning Group (CCG) partners have come together to form the "NE12+ Collaborative".
12th December 2014
(Durham University, 7 January 2015) Durham University has announced that a Supplier Development Event will be held on Wednesday, 7th January 2015 at Durham University Business School (DH1 3LB), hosted by the University's Procurement Service.
27th November 2014
South Tyneside Council is seeking expressions of interest from organisations wishing to deliver 16-19 Study Programme provision.
South Tyneside Council is currently looking for organisations to provide a home care service for adults and older people who live within the Borough of South Tyneside.
The analysis of the 2014 NEPO Supplier Survey indicated that North East suppliers and providers would appreciate more access to finance to assist them specifically with public sector tendering.
21st November 2014
Lord Young is currently reviewing the implementation of the Social Value Act and in support of this, the Cabinet Office are encouraging businesses and organisations of all sizes but particularly micro and small enterprises to take part in a consultation.
12th November 2014
North Tyneside Council will commence a procurement exercise for the above tender at the end of this month.
10th November 2014
(25 November 2014, Belmont, Durham) The North East Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS) want to engage with training providers who have both the capacity and capability to support the region's local authorities in training their social care workforce in readiness for Care Act implementation in April 2015.
7th November 2014
(County Hall Durham, 24th November, 27th November, 1st December) Durham County Council's Corporate Procurement team is holding a series of in-depth workshops aimed at suppliers and potential suppliers of goods, works or services to the Council.
17th October 2014
(Gateshead College Automotive Centre, Fri 24 October 2014) Date: Friday 24 October 2014 Time: 9:30 for 10.
2nd October 2014
(Friday, 28 November 2014, Brittania Hotel, Newcastle Airport) The Percy Hedley Foundation, working in partnership with the DWP, is holding a Disability Confident event to help businesses, social enterprises and CVS groups gain an understanding of how they can provide improved services for employees who have a disability.
(Thursday 9 October 2014, Teesside University Darlington) Just four places remain for the Successful Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) event at Teesside University Darlington next week.
29th September 2014
Children, Education and Social Care at Stockton Borough Council are requesting expressions of interest from individuals and organisations who have the ability to provide a range of specialist assessments and interventions for children and/or their families with whom the Local Authority are working.
18th September 2014
(Thursday 2nd October 2014, East Durham College, Peterlee) Infinis, one of the UK's leading generators of renewable power, is holding a procurement event to launch their "How to do Business with Infinis" Guide.
17th September 2014
(Friday 26th September, Eaglescliffe, Stockton) The Social Value Act has the potential to help small businesses and social enterprises become more successful in winning business with the public sector.
Thursday 16th October, 13:00 to 17:00, Committee Room 2, Civic Centre, Burdon Road, Sunderland SR2 7DN Sunderland City Council currently manage two Childcare centres which deliver a range of support for parents and children.
12th September 2014
A recent NEPO supplier survey identified that the operations of 17% of businesses and social enterprises bidding for local authority contracts were impacted on by winter weather conditions over the past two years.
10th September 2014
(26th September, Inspire2Learn, Eston) Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council would like to invite all Short Breaks Service providers to a consultation event as follows:- Date: 26th September 2014 Time: 9am to 12 noon Venue: Inspire2Learn, Normanby Road, Eston, Middlesbrough, TS6 9AE PROGRAMME • Refreshments (9.
9th September 2014
(Various dates and venues) RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: COME AND MEET DE POEL! The NEPO Vendor Neutral Managed Service for Temporary Agency Staff has been awarded to De Poel - a leading expert in the temporary recruitment industry with a significant client base across multiple sectors and a managed spend of over half a billion pounds.
(Various dates, Teesside University Darlington) The NEPO Business Club Autumn 2014 events programme kicks-off with a series of training sessions that have been specifically designed to help businesses of all sizes in the Tees Valley.
3rd September 2014
(26 September 2014, Middlesbrough) Redcar and Cleveland borough Council will be holding a Short Breaks Consultation Event as follows: Date: 26th September 2014 Time: 9am - 12pm Venue: Inspire2Learn Centre, Normanby Road, South Bank, Middlesbrough, TS6 9AE The event will be to work with current and potential Short Breaks service providers to look at the current Redcar and Cleveland Short Breaks service offer, the current market position, the shaping of the future offer and the Council's plans for tendering.
26th August 2014
North Tyneside Council are planning to go out to tender for Supporting People to Live at Home contract, this will include a mix of short and long term interventions that enable a person to live an independent life, remain in their own home and fully engage in their community.
14th August 2014
Crown Commercial Service and Pro5 would like to invite you to attend our free, regional insurance events taking place throughout October 2014.
13th August 2014
Following the NE7 Provider Engagement Event (Independent Fostering Services) held on 29 July, a summary of the discussions and the NE7 group's response has now been published.
11th August 2014
A provider engagement event regarding independent fostering services was held on 29 July 2014.
25th July 2014
Do you want to share your experiences of tendering for North East local authority contracts? If so, the 2014 NEPO Supplier Survey is available now for suppliers and providers to complete.
4th July 2014
(Newcastle Civic Centre, 29 July 2014) A second provider engagement event for the NEPO Provision of Independent Fostering Services contract will be held as follows:- Date: 29 July 2014 Time: 10:00am to 12:30pm Venue: Armstrong/Stephenson Room, Newcastle Civic Centre, NE1 8QH There will be local authority representation from across the seven local authorities collaborating in this contract: Newcastle City Council, Northumberland County Council, South Tyneside Council, North Tyneside Council, Durham County Council, Gateshead Council and Sunderland City Council.
1st July 2014
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27th June 2014
Join like-minded managers at Intraining’s Management Academy to develop your ability to support your team and improve business performance.
16th June 2014
South Tyneside Council is reviewing its adult day care and support service provision and wishes to develop a list of providers to ensure a more flexible supply for service users.
9th June 2014
(Takes place 20th June, 13:00 at Newcastle City Council) Are you an independent foster care agency? We currently have a collaborative arrangement whereby seven local authorities in the North East of England have been purchasing placements with independent foster care agencies since 1 April 2011.
6th June 2014
‘Know Our Business’ Supplier Event 17th June 2014 8:00 to 16:00 Langdale Centre, North Tyneside, NE28 0HG Are you interested in Speaking to North Tyneside Council Officers who buy goods and services? Do you want to understand where our future spend intentions lie? Are you interested in bidding for work with the council? North Tyneside Council and our strategic partners Cofely, Kier and Capita are holding this event in order to provide local businesses with the information to help you do all this.
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30th May 2014
(12th June, RMT Accountants and Business Advisers Office, Gosforth) Franchising is a tried and tested method of expanding a successful business model and getting it right is crucial to a businesses long term expansion and profitability.
20th May 2014
Broadband infrastructure providers are being asked to support the Open Market Review (OMR) process launched by the Digital Durham Partnership.
8th May 2014
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15th April 2014
Durham County Council’s Corporate Procurement team are holding a series of four workshops aimed at suppliers, and potential suppliers, of goods, works or services.
14th April 2014
The North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) has launched its latest programme of free training for organisations interested in improving their public sector tendering skills.
4th April 2014
The new EU Procurement Directives have now been published in the Official Journal of the European Union and can be accessed by clicking here.
27th March 2014
NEPO recently held an information event for suppliers to learn more about the forthcoming changes to the EU Procurement Directives.
25th March 2014
The North East Rural Growth Network is a project delivered in Northumberland, Durham and Gateshead aimed at encouraging growth in rural businesses.
21st March 2014
South Tyneside Council will be promoting services available to support Carers during Carers Week, through a series of events, information days and presentations.
18th March 2014
Blyth Offshore Demonstrator - Geotechnical Investigations March 2014 Deadline: Apr 1, 2014 The National Renewable Energy Centre (Narec) is seeking an experienced contractor to perform offshore geotechnical investigations for a demonstration windfarm.
14th March 2014
The National Renewable Energy Centre (Narec) would like to highlight a number of tender opportunities that are currently on their website: - Six Steel Slabs - deadline 25th March, 12 noon - 500Hz Source for 3000 Hour Ageing Test - deadline 26th March, 12 noon - HV Resonant Transformer Supply - deadline 26th March, 12 noon - 600kV Water Terminations for HV Cable Insulation Breakdown Testing, deadline 26th March, 12 noon - 100kV Test Cable Terminations, deadline 26th March, 12 noon Further details are available on their website at http://www.
12th March 2014
Thank you to all suppliers who attended the above event at County Hall, and apologies to those who were unable to secure a place.
6th March 2014
The National Renewable Energy Centre (Narec) wishes to procure a single sourced framework agreement for the supply of stationery items.
28th February 2014
(25th March, Gateshead Civic Centre) ONLY 3 PLACES LEFT .
27th February 2014
(Durham, Thursday 20th March) Durham County Council will host the next NEPO Business Briefing event on the impact of new EU Procurement Directives on North East businesses.
13th February 2014
(Successful Pre-Qualification, Tuesday 25th February, Gateshead, Being Different: Your people, your track record and your capabilities, Tuesday 25th March, Gateshead) As part of the NEPO Business Club, two workshops are being held in Gateshead:- Successful Pre-Qualification, Tuesday 25th February, Gateshead Civic Centre, Regent Street, NE8 1HH The Pre Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) is the very first evaluation step in the tendering process; it’s the stage that determines whether you are chosen to go on to showcase your goods or services in a tender document.
7th February 2014
Organised by Durham County Council’s Corporate Procurement team, this free event will look at aspects of the procurement process and will be tailored specifically towards the new Adult Wellbeing opportunity.
30th January 2014
(The TAD Centre, Middlesbrough, Tuesday 11th February 2014) NEPO working in partnership with Middlesbrough Means Business has arranged a day of appointments for businesses based in Middlesbrough.
29th January 2014
(Taking place on Wednesday 26th February 2014 in Gateshead) Business in the Community, a business-led charity with over 850 members, is inviting a selected number of SMEs in the estate management sector to take part in an interactive free event with up to four buyers from large businesses including Sage and Northumbrian Water Group.
28th January 2014
The North East Procurement Organisation is relocating to Newcastle Quayside.
22nd January 2014
In order to allow for some essential maintenance work to be carried out, the ProContract eTendering system and NEPO Portal will be unavailable on Saturday 25 January from 3 - 5pm.
10th January 2014
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9th January 2014
(Taking place Tuesday 21st January, Keelman House, Team Valley, Gateshead) The NEPO Business Club Tuesday Surgery provides organisations with the opportunity to meet with an independent tendering professional for an hour of free one-to-one support.
7th January 2014
("Navigating the NEPO Portal" appointments, taking place Friday 17th January, Keelman House, Team Valley, Gateshead) The NEPO Portal is the online tendering system used by the North East Procurement Organisation and the 12 North East Councils.
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2nd January 2014
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20th December 2013
SITA UK Ltd is Northumberland County Council’s PFI Waste Management Partner.
19th December 2013
The European Commission has revised the thresholds at which the public sector must advertise tendering opportunities across Europe.
18th December 2013
Please note that the NEPO office will be closed from 16:30 on Friday 20 December 2013 until 8:30am on Thursday 2 January 2014.
16th December 2013
13th December 2013
The latest NEPO Business Club programme of free events has been published.
11th December 2013
The National Renewable Energy Centre (Narec) is looking to procure an Asset Management Database to support all existing and new assets in the delivery and recording of planned and corrective maintenance.
6th December 2013
NEPRO is a nationally available service used by public sector organisations to engage consultants, professional services and interim support.
4th December 2013
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29th November 2013
(Taking place 9am to 1pm on Thursday 12 December 2013, Sutherland Building, Northumbria University, Newcastle) Getting finance at an affordable cost is one of the biggest challenges small businesses and social enterprises face.
25th November 2013
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22nd November 2013
(Taking place on Tuesday 3rd December, The Glebe Centre, County Durham, 13.
21st November 2013
Market Engagement on Adults Independent Advocacy Sunderland City Council is engaging with providers to seek their views regarding the delivery of advocacy services to adults within the City of Sunderland.
(Taking place 2, 3 and 4 December 2013 at various North East locations) Are you an adviser called on to help set up or grow social enterprises? Would you like to improve your ability to find the optimal organisational structure for your clients? Geof Cox Associates will be running a series of FREE seminars in North East England in early December on behalf of the North East Social Enterprise Partnership, aimed at developing a network and resources to embed organisational structure development expertise in the social enterprise support infrastructure in the region.
19th November 2013
(Taking place Thursday 28 November 2013 at 8am in Gateshead) If you provide advice and guidance to businesses and social enterprises - and want to find out more about the public sector opportunities available to your clients – then join us at this FREE breakfast event organised by the North East Procurement Organisation.
Are you delivering a government-funded project but you’re not a public sector organisation? Are you a Tier 1 supplier for a local authority contract in need of sub contractors? Do you need to engage with a local supply base? The NEPO Portal Sub Contracting module could be the answer.
18th November 2013
As businesses focus increasingly on cost savings and sustainability, you may find that clients ask you to report on your actions to improve resource efficiency, or you may need to demonstrate your commitment to improving performance within tenders.
15th November 2013
Teesside University is running a series of free workshops to develop social enterprise ideas and concepts.
14th November 2013
Gateshead Council has given notice that their list of Approved Contractors and Sub-contractors for Building and other Associated works is subject to revision.
Durham County Council’s Corporate Procurement team are holding a series of four workshops aimed at suppliers, and potential suppliers, of goods, works or services to the Council.
12th November 2013
Grants are available for third sector organisations who need to become contract ready.
11th November 2013
Northumberland County Council is launching a 'Grow Northumberland' initiative which is aimed at supporting and helping Northumberland based suppliers.
NEPO will be exhibiting at the North East Expo taking place on 13 November at the Newcastle Falcolns' ground at Kingston Park, Newcastle upon Tyne.
A new initiative is being launched by Northumberland County Council with the aim of increasing council spending in the county to help to boost the local economy.
Event date: Friday 29 November 2013 Venue: The Education Centre, Stockton on Tees Cost: Free This event, organised by the Sustainable Enterprise Partnership and NEPO Business Club, is a repeat of the event held in Gateshead on 21st October 2013.
Welcome to Supply NEPO, the North East Procurement Organisation's (NEPO) blog for organisations interested in supplying the public sector and beyond.
NEPO Business Club offers a programme of free events for suppliers interested in improving their public sector tendering skills.
Over 22,000 organisations have registered as suppliers on the NEPO Portal - the online tendering system used by NEPO and the 12 North East Councils*.
We’ve helped hundreds of suppliers improve their public sector tendering skills through the NEPO Business Club programme of free events. Visit the events calendar to find out about upcoming events.