Supplier Partnership Program NEPO has recently launched a Supplier Partnership Program to assist regional suppliers in securing more public procurement opportunities. This initiative indicates a focus on strengthening relationships with suppliers and potentially expanding the supplier base.

New E-Procurement Platform NEPO, along with twelve North East local authorities, introduced Open, a new e-procurement platform aimed at revolutionizing how businesses discover and bid for competitive opportunities. This innovative platform presents a promising sales avenue for tech-savvy vendors.

Construction Sector Collaboration Through partnerships with Construction Alliance North East, CECA Midlands, and other industry players, NEPO is actively addressing challenges such as materials shortages in the construction sector. This collaborative approach opens up opportunities for suppliers offering solutions to sector-specific issues.

Specialist Vehicle Procurement Framework The launch of the Heavy Goods Vehicle and Specialist Vehicle Procurement Framework by NEPO in collaboration with The Procurement Partnership Limited provides an entry point for suppliers of heavy or specialist vehicles to tap into public procurement contracts. Vendors in this space can leverage this framework to showcase their offerings.

Strategic Area Procurement NEPO focuses on procurement in major strategic areas like construction, energy, and facilities management for North East local authorities and other public sector entities. Suppliers specializing in these areas have an opportunity to engage with NEPO to access a steady flow of high-value procurement projects.