UK Public Sector Framework

ESPO (Eastern Shires Purchasing)

Name: ESPO (Eastern Shires Purchasing)
Creator: ESPO
License: Public sector procurement reference
Keywords: espo, consortium, councils, education supplies, school catering

Mid-tier consortium framework covering 350+ categories — strong SME presence.

Owner / operator

ESPO

Annual / total value

£1.8bn/yr

Next refresh

2026

ESPO is one of the UK's four big regional purchasing organisations (alongside YPO, NEPO/NEPRO, CPC). Frameworks cover 350+ categories used by councils, education, NHS and charity sector across England. SME-friendly — many lots reserved for under-£10m suppliers. Direct call-off allowed in most frameworks.

SIC codes: 46, 47, 85
Common keywords: espo · consortium · councils · education supplies · school catering

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