Public sector business opportunities in the spotlight

Published Monday, 15th October 2018

Companies and organisations in Hartlepool are being invited to a free event to find out more about public sector contract opportunities.

The “Doing Business with Hartlepool Borough Council” event will take place at Tees and Hartlepool Yacht Club in the town’s marina on Wednesday 24 October from 8-10.30am.

The Council spends millions each year on goods, services and works and is continually looking for new and local suppliers.

Councillor Kevin Cranney, Chair of the Council’s Regeneration Services Committee, said: “This event will benefit organisations of all sizes based in the Hartlepool area interested in delivering contracts on behalf of Hartlepool Borough Council and the wider Tees Valley and North-East.

“It follows on from previous successful procurement events, and I would urge people to come along and find out more.”

Staff from the Council will be on hand to discuss local opportunities and the help they are able to provide in relation to business growth support.

The North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) which undertakes high-value procurement in major strategic areas of spend in conjunction with North-East local authorities and a range of associate members, will also be present to advise businesses on how to use and get the most out of the NEPO Portal.

The event will also include a “Meet the Experts” sessions which allow delegates to network and ask questions.

Places are limited to a maximum of 2 per organisations and anyone interested in attending is advised to book early to avoid disappointment.

Book a place online at https://bit.ly/2QyZlnO