Planning

NEPO303 Meter Operator Services

THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 12:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Association of North East Councils Limited has announced the reprocurement of the "NEPO303 Meter Operator Services" framework, aiming to secure continuity of critical meter operation services as the current framework approaches the end of its extended term. This planned procurement is set to underpin effective operation, statutory compliance, and energy management through half-hourly electricity meters for Member and Associate Authorities across the United Kingdom. The procurement follows an open procedure and is described as a service within the "Meters" and "Public utilities" categories. Key dates include the publication date of the procurement notice on 22nd May 2026, with a future notice date of 17th September 2026. The framework's contract period is from 1st April 2028 to 31st March 2032, with a possible extension until 31st March 2034.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in utility management and energy services, particularly those experienced in operating electricity metering systems. It is well-suited for firms that can ensure accurate billing and compliance with statutory requirements through advanced metering solutions. The open procedure allows for wide participation, thus encouraging competition and innovation among service providers within the utility sector. Businesses with an established record in delivering reliable and compliant energy management services will find this framework an excellent opportunity for growth and expanding their client base across the participating regional authorities.

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Notice Title

NEPO303 Meter Operator Services

Notice Description

The NEPO Meter Operator Services Framework is being reprocured to ensure continuity of a critical service as the current agreement approaches the end of its extended term. The framework underpins the effective operation of half-hourly electricity meters across Member and Associate Authorities, supporting accurate billing, statutory compliance and effective energy management.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a14d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047914-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

65 - Public utilities


CPV Codes

38550000 - Meters

65000000 - Public utilities

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Sep 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2028 - 31 Mar 2032 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 3DF
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Further Information

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