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NEPRO Innovation: buyer launch event
A single, flexible route for goods, works, services, technology and R&D
event details:
about the event
NEPRO Innovation is the newest addition to the NEPRO portfolio – a dedicated, compliant route for public sector buyers to procure Goods, Works, Services, Technology and Research & Development.
On Thursday 14th May, Constellia and NEPO are hosting an exclusive event for public sector buyers to explore what NEPRO Innovation is, how it works, and what it makes possible for their organisations.
Hear from the teams behind it. Understand what it unlocks. Discover what’s now possible.
Open to all public sector buyers.
what attendees will discover
NEPRO Innovation brings together two of the UK public sector’s most trusted procurement names. Together, NEPO and Constellia offer something genuinely new: a compliant, flexible, future-focused route to procure complex innovation projects at scale, all via one route.
This event will take you through the evolution of the neutral vendor model, where it started, where it stands today, and what NEPRO Innovation makes possible for public sector procurement.
Key event highlights include
what nepro innovation makes possible
NEPRO Innovation supports procurement across Goods, Works, Services, Technology and Research & Development, covering 400+ subcategories of spend through one compliant route. The examples below illustrate the breadth of what the solution can support.
Zero Emission Mobility Hub Development
Goods: Charging hardware, hydrogen compressors, docking stations.
Works: Civil engineering to build the hub, installation of underground cabling, resurfacing.
Services: Transport planning, safety assessments, stakeholder engagement, programme delivery support.
Technology: Mobility-as-a-service (MaaS) software, integrated ticketing, predictive maintenance analytics.
R&D: Testing new charging optimisation algorithms and exploring the feasibility of integrating grid balancing capabilities.
Sustainable High Street Regeneration Demonstrator
Goods: Public furniture, energy efficient lighting columns, environmental sensors.
Works: Pavement reconstruction, building façade improvements, installation of street infrastructure.
Services: Urban design, economic impact analysis.
Technology: Footfall analytics platform, smart lighting controls, augmented reality wayfinding trial.
R&D: Testing new recycled materials for pavements and evaluating their long-term durability.
Intelligent Waste Management and Circular Economy Pilot
Goods: Smart waste containers, fill level sensors, RFID enabled recycling bins.
Works: Underground waste points, adapting public spaces, associated electrical and civil works.
Services: Environmental consultancy, behavioural insights research, programme management, independent evaluation.
Technology: Digital waste tracking platform, route optimisation tools, and resident facing applications.
R&D: Testing prototype sensor hardware and evaluating recycled material durability within public realm settings.
11:00 – 11:10 | Welcome Address: Opening remarks and introductions from Constellia and NEPO.
11:10 – 11:25 | Introducing NEPRO Innovation: A full walkthrough of the solution from the teams behind it — what it is, how it works, and what it means for public sector buyers.
11:25 – 11:45 | Outcomes in Practice: What NEPRO Innovation makes possible across every spend category.
11:45 – 12:00 | Q&A: Your opportunity to ask questions directly and explore what NEPRO Innovation could mean for your organisation.
Rob Levene
Chairman – Constellia Public, Constellia
Terence Milner
Public Sector and Utilities Director, Constellia
Katie Dawson
Procurement Business Partner ,NEPO
This event is designed for public sector procurement professionals and the wider organisational stakeholders responsible for commissioning, commercial decisions and strategic sourcing.
- Public sector and utilities buyers
- Procurement leads and commercial teams
Wider organisational stakeholders, including but not limited to:
- Chief Executives and Senior Leaders
- Finance Directors and Budget Holders
- IT Directors and Digital Transformation Leads
- Heads of Estates and Facilities Management
- Programme and Project Managers
- Service Directors
- Category Managers
- Legal and Governance Advisors
- Social Value and Sustainability Leads
Whether you are a Constellia client, a NEPO associate, or exploring NEPRO Innovation for the first time, all contracting authorities are welcome.
This event is open to central government, local government, NHS, education, emergency services, housing associations and all other public sector organisations across the UK.
This event is designed for public sector procurement professionals and the wider organisational stakeholders responsible for commissioning, commercial decisions and strategic sourcing.
This event is designed for public sector procurement professionals and the wider organisational stakeholders responsible for commissioning, commercial decisions and strategic sourcing.
- Public sector and utilities buyers
- Procurement leads and commercial teams
Wider organisational stakeholders, including but not limited to:
- Chief Executives and Senior Leaders
- Finance Directors and Budget Holders
- IT Directors and Digital Transformation Leads
- Heads of Estates and Facilities Management
- Programme and Project Managers
- Service Directors
- Category Managers
- Legal and Governance Advisors
- Social Value and Sustainability Leads
Whether you are a Constellia client, a NEPO associate, or exploring NEPRO Innovation for the first time, all contracting authorities are welcome.
This event is open to central government, local government, NHS, education, emergency services, housing associations and all other public sector organisations across the UK.
Fortis DPC
Fortis DPC is an established data protection and cyber safety practice. Focused on prevention rather than cure, Fortis delivers compliance with regulatory frameworks such as the GDPR, NHS DSPT, Cyber Essentials/Plus, and DORA. Fortis can also help with snares including ISO9001, ISO27001, ISO22301, ISO14001, ISO45001 and the new AI standard, ISO42001. On-going services are also available to provide continued support such as scanning services, penetration testing, DPO as a service and on-going management of your ISO standards. Fortis DPC is a Cyber Essentials Certification body for Cyber Essentials and the new defence standard, DCC, offering assessments for Level 0 and Level 1.
NEPO
NEPRO Solutions, powered by NEPO, were created in 2012 to meet the evolving needs of public sector buyers and suppliers. What began as a single offering has grown into a suite of trusted, outcome-driven procurement solutions – designed by experts and built for a changing public procurement landscape across the UK. Recently added to the NEPRO portfolio, NEPRO Innovation is a future-focused solution, designed by NEPO experts to help the public sector deliver complex innovation projects with confidence. Delivered by Constellia, NEPRO Innovation provides a single, flexible solution for procuring goods, services, works, technology, and research & development. NEPRO Innovation is ideal for organisations seeking to explore new ways of delivering outcomes, while maintaining the assurance, compliance, and governance expected in public sector procurement.
Social Value Portal
Social Value is the currency for conducting responsible, sustainable business, and Social Value Portal is on a mission to make it count in every organisation and every local community across the world, starting with a pledge to deliver £100bn of Social Value by 2026. Their people, tech and solutions support organisations to measure, manage and report on the Social Value they contribute to society. Underpinned by their measurement standard, the Social Value TOM System™ draws on the largest bank of validated Social Value data and aligns to UNSDGs, GRESB, ESRS and the Social Value Model, ensuring robustness, compliance – and the definitive answer to stamp-out social washing.
Spread a Smile
Spread a Smile brings joy and laughter to seriously ill and hospitalised children and their families during long hospital stays and at home. Every year they spread smiles to thousands of babies, children, young people and their families through their entertainer, hospital and virtual visits, outings and events and art initiatives. They know that their impact is far greater than a smile as they strive to make a real and positive difference to young lives at the most challenging of times.
Toutine
Toutine specialises in supporting organisations across both the public and private sectors with their bidding needs. Whether a company is new to bidding or has an established bid team, Toutine provides flexible services ranging from bid writing, copy editing or review to managing the entire bid process. They offer strategic advice, tactical support, and resources for live tenders, adapting to the specific requirements of each client. Toutine’s approach is collaborative, focusing on leveraging internal expertise to create strong, compelling bid responses.
Weightmans
Weightmans Built Environment team offer a full life cycle of legal support across planning, development, and operation. From landmark projects like The Shard, to transformative infrastructure such as the Manchester tram extension, they partner with developers, local authorities, and housing associations. They are at the forefront of evolving legislation, guiding clients through building safety laws and sustainable development. Recognised for their commitment to sustainability, they help clients meet ESG goals. Whether on large-scale commercial builds or community housing, they stand alongside our clients at every stage.
Whatimpact
Whatimpact is a SaaS platform and CRM for managing social value end to end. It supports public sector bodies and suppliers across the full social value lifecycle, from bid stage and contract planning through delivery on the ground to structured, audit-ready reporting. The platform brings everything into one shared system, enabling organisations to build contract-specific social value plans, connect with local VCSEs and schools, manage partnerships, coordinate volunteering and in-kind support, and track delivery in real time. whatimpact captures inputs, outputs, outcomes, and verified impact data, including case studies, aligned to recognised frameworks such as the TOM System, TOMs Wales, and the Government Social Value Model. This ensures commitments are not just written into bids, but delivered, evidenced, and defensible at audit. For authorities, the platform provides a live, place-based view across suppliers and contracts. At its core, whatimpact is infrastructure turning social value from compliance into planned, proven delivery.
- Public sector and utilities buyers
- Procurement leads and commercial teams
Wider organisational stakeholders, including but not limited to:
- Chief Executives and Senior Leaders
- Finance Directors and Budget Holders
- IT Directors and Digital Transformation Leads
- Heads of Estates and Facilities Management
- Programme and Project Management
- Services Directors
- Category Managers
- Legal and Governance Advisors
- Social Value and Sustainability Leads
Whether you are Constellia client, a NEPO associate, or exploring NEPRO Innovation for the first time, all contracting authorities are welcome.
This event is open to central government, local government, NHS, education, emergency services, housing associations and all other public sector organisations across the UK.
What is NEPRO Innovation?
A single, flexible and fully compliant route to market for goods, works, services, technology and research & development. The newest addition to the NEPRO portfolio, delivered by Constellia.
Who can access NEPRO Innovation?
Any UK public sector organisation via free NEPO Associate Membership — including central government, local authorities, NHS, schools, emergency services, housing associations and more.
Do I need to be a NEPO member to attend?
No. This event is open to any public sector procurement professional. Membership can be explored on the day or afterwards.
Is there a cost to attend?
No. Free to attend for all public sector buyers and procurement professionals.
How do I register?
Click ‘Reserve your place’ above or contact events@constellia.com.
