SOS Group is your Proud NEPA Partner
Who Can Benefit from NEPA?
The NEPA framework is accessible to a wide range of educational institutions, including:
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Universities and Higher Education Institutions
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Further Education Colleges
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Multi-Academy Trusts
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Independent and State Schools
By partnering with SOS Group under the NEPA framework, these institutions can streamline procurement processes, reduce costs, and implement sustainable print solutions.
NOTE: Anyone receiving public funding may may be eligible to apply for the NEPA Framework!
Understanding NEPA
The National Education Printer Agreement (NEPA) is a collaborative procurement framework developed by the North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC). It provides a compliant and efficient route to market for educational institutions seeking to procure print equipment and services.
Unsure if you can get help through NEPA? Click below to speak to an expert today!
SOS has been chosen by Epson as their approved NEPA Reseller! Empowering education with sustainable print solutions!
As the official Epson Partner and NEPA (National Education Printer Agreement) provider for the North East, SOS Group is proud to offer educational institutions access to cutting-edge, eco-friendly print solutions. Our partnership with Epson under the NEPA framework ensures that schools, colleges, and universities can streamline their printing infrastructure, reduce costs, and meet sustainability goals.
What support can you get under NEPA?
The framework offers:
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Office document print hardware
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Multi-functional devices (MFDs)
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Production print hardware
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Print management solutions and services
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Peripheral hardware for managed print services
By leveraging NEPA, institutions benefit from:
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Access to reputable and vetted suppliers
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Structured KPIs to manage supplier performance
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Clear pricing schedules and click rates
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Regular framework management by NEUPC
Stop Wasting electricity and start saving on your Printing Costs!
With reduced power consumption, fewer parts to replace, less intervention required and ready-to-go printing. Your business can increase its productivity, save time and money, all whilst contributing towards a more sustainable workplace or learning environment!
Success Stories
SOS Group x Newcastle Eagles x Epson Heat Free
SOS Group are proud to continue to be a supporting partner for The Newcastle Eagles!
Supporting them with state of the art Epson products for both day to day admin and the time sensitive court side printing!
In this latest video, Dan Black, the Sales and Communications Manager for Newcastle Eagles comments on how working with SOS Group and Epson’s Heat free technology has benefited the Team and the Venue as a whole!
What Epson products could you receive for your
educational establishment through NEPA?
By using a NEPA Framework Selected Printer you could experience
- Up to 100 PPM (Pages per minute) and up to 6000 Pages per hour!
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Up to 83% less energy consumption compared to laser printers.
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PrecisionCore Heat-Free Technology reduces power use and boosts efficiency.
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No warm-up time needed—faster first-page prints.
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Fewer consumables—less waste and lower environmental impact.
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Fewer moving parts mean lower maintenance and less downtime.
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Up to 50% lower total cost of ownership than comparable laser printers.
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Consistently fast printing, even for high-volume jobs.
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Less heat, more durability—ideal for busy workplaces.
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Compact and scalable designs, perfect for any office size.
Partnering for a Greener Future for Educational Establishments!
At SOS Group, we are committed to helping educational institutions achieve their goals through efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable print solutions. Our partnership with Epson under the NEPA framework ensures that you have access to the latest technology and expert support every step of the way.
Partnering for a Greener Future for Educational Establishments!
