Major regional infrastructure projects offer significant opportunities for local businesses, and the upcoming Tees Valley Energy Recovery Facility (TV ERF) project is a key example.
If you want to secure supply chain contracts, build direct relationships with main contractors, or expand your market across the North East, save the date for Tuesday, 10th November 2026.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, 10th November 2026
Times: Morning Session (09:00 – 12:00) | Afternoon Session (13:00 – 16:00)
Venue: Castle View Suite, Durham Cricket Ground
Key Partners: Kanadevia Inova (KVI), Viridor, and project partners
Who Should Attend?This Meet the Buyer event covers a wide scope of trade, technical, and specialist service sectors. Consider attending if your business provides solutions in any of the following areas:
Civil Works & Site Infrastructure
Minor civil engineering and groundworks
Specialist concrete works, structural steel supply, and metalwork
Doors, access systems, and gatehouse fit-outs
Landscaping, site clearance, and building fit-outs
Building Services & Facilities
Fire detection and protection systems
Electrical services (small power, lighting, security, IT & communications)
Mechanical building services, ventilation louvres, and administrative facilities
Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Trade Specialists
Scaffolding and insulation
Structural steelwork and platework erection
Electrical, Instrumentation, and Control (EIC) installation
Plant cleaning services and laydown area management
Why Should You Attend?
Winning work on large-scale infrastructure projects can seem complex, but events like this provide direct access. Here is why attending is valuable for regional businesses:
Direct Access to Decision-Makers: Speak directly with project leads from Kanadevia Inova (KVI) and Viridor rather than submitting unmonitored online forms.
Early Procurement Visibility: Get clear timelines on upcoming tender packages so your business can prepare early.
Understand Onboarding Requirements: Find out exactly what accreditations, health and safety standards, and compliance frameworks are required to become an approved supplier.
Support Local Supply Chains: Main contractors actively seek regional partners to deliver social value and keep investment in the North East.
Top Tips to Get the Most Out of the Day
To make a solid impression on the procurement teams, proper preparation is essential:
1. Research the Partners
Review the background of Kanadevia Inova and Viridor before arriving. Understanding their roles on the TV ERF project allows you to tailor your conversation directly to their requirements.
2. Prepare a Concise Capability Summary
Be ready to clearly explain:
Your core services and key strengths.
Relevant accreditations (e.g., ISO, CHAS, SafeContractor).
Examples of similar regional projects or operational capacity.
3. Bring a Single-Page Capability Sheet
A clear, standard one-page summary highlighting your services, health and safety credentials, and direct contact details is far more effective than bulky brochures.
4. Focus on Supply Chain Readiness
Procurement leads prioritise reliability. Be prepared to answer questions on your capacity, workforce, insurance coverage, and compliance standards.
5. Follow Up Promptly
Follow up within 48 hours. Send a brief email or LinkedIn message to the contacts you met, reiterating your capabilities and confirming your interest in upcoming tender packages.
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