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Preliminary market engagement meetings will take place between 05/10/2026 - 08/10/2026. Appointments will be no longer than 60 mins. \nNEPO intends to conduct these sessions in person in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. In person meetings will be determined via correspondence but are expected to take place at NEPO's offices. The time and location of each appointment will be confirmed following the registration deadline. NEPO may, by exception, use its discretion to facilitate online meetings in the event that in-person meetings are not feasible for suppliers. Places will be secured on a first-come, first-served basis.\nSuppliers wishing to attend the preliminary market engagement meetings should be capable of meeting the requirements outlined within this notification.\nNEPO reserves the right to seek assurances from interested suppliers prior to allocation of places. 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