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| 23rd April 2025 |
The NEUPC team is delighted to announce the launch of the ITS2011 NE National Education Printer Agreement 3 (NEPA 3) – a new and improved print framework designed to deliver value, choice, and efficiency for the higher education sector and wider public sector. More information can be found here on Hunter.
Framework duration
1 April 2025 – 31 March 2028 (With an optional 12-month extension)
FTS Notice Reference: 2024/S 000-034354
This framework agreement has been arranged by North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC) and is accessible to members of:
- Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (SUPC)
- Advance Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC)
- Higher Education Purchasing Consortium Wales (HEPCW)
- London Universities Purchasing Consortium (LUPC)
- North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC)
Key Benefits of Using NEPA 3
- A compliant, efficient, and cost-effective route to market.
- Minimises internal resource requirements while ensuring value for money.
- Procured through a fully PCR2015-compliant open procedure.
- Includes a 0.75% supplier turnover levy, redistributed as rebates in line with consortia procedures.
- Benefits calculated in accordance with HEPA Procurement Benefits Reporting Guidance.
Framework Structure – Four Flexible Lots
- Lot 1 – Non-Managed Print Equipment: Self-managed print devices, with the option for new or remanufactured models. Flexible ordering routes via catalogues, direct awards, or mini competitions.
- Lot 2 – Managed Print Equipment & Services (Including MFDs): Full-service offering including hardware, software, consumables, installation, training, and maintenance, plus a broad range of related services.
- Lot 3 – Production Print Equipment: High-capacity, production-grade equipment with integrated finishing options and software. Includes responsive SLAs and full maintenance.
- Lot 4 – One Stop Shop: A complete end-to-end solution combining any mix of the above lots for organisations seeking streamlined supplier engagement.
How to Buy
Choose from three compliant routes:
- Direct Award
- Desktop Exercise
- Further Competition – Follow your organisational procurement policies and select the option best suited to your specific needs and purchase scale.
🔗 Need More Information? Visit the NEUPC Agreements Page for full agreement details, supplier information by lot, and a Quick Reference Guide.
For direct enquiries, contact: p.eagleton@neupc.ac.uk.