---
title: "NEPO303 Meter Operator Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a14d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-22"
---

# NEPO303 Meter Operator Services

Buyer: THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a14d

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047914-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 17 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2028 - 31 Mar 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 3DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38550000 - Meters
- 65000000 - Public utilities

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 12:53 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047914-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047914-2026
  22nd May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nepo.org
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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