The Association of North East Councils Trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) Is seeking tenders for water retail services. At the time of submitting an SQ and throughout the life of the work agreement, tenderers must hold a valid water supply and sewerage licence with the appropriate retail authorisation, as issued by Ofwat. Also included within the scope of the work agreement is the provision of automatic meter reading and associated services and systems. The work agreement will also include provisions for assisting in the reduction of consumption and supporting users efficiency schemes.