NWUPC ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2026
FEEL THE ROAR OF THE CROWD AS YOU WALK ONTO THE PITCH FOR THE NWUPC ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2026!!!
University of Liverpool | 17th June 2026
Join us on Wednesday the 17th of June for #NWUPC26 — a day where the Higher Education procurement community comes together to share ideas, learn from each other, and connect in person.
It's a chance to swap tips, hear from experts, and pick up strategies that really make a difference back at work.
Whether you’re looking for practical solutions, fresh ideas, or just some great conversations with people who get what you do, this is the place to be. Come along, get inspired, and leave ready to tackle the year ahead.
Why attend?
✨ Unbeatable Networking Opportunities – Connect with procurement teams from across our Member institutions and grow your professional circle.
✨ Engaging Speakers: Thought leaders and experts will delve into the latest trends and challenges in procurement. With Free CPD Workshops throughout the day level up your skills with engaging sessions designed to boost your skills and knowledge in procurement.
✨ Supplier Exhibition: Explore solutions and services from a diverse range of suppliers, all designed to support the unique needs of higher education.
Registration for Delegates to Open in the New Year
Follow us on social media and join the conversation using #nwupc26.
Save the date, 17th June 2026 and we’ll see you there!
Supplier Exhibition
The NWUPC Annual Conference Exhibition is Now Open!
NWUPC Framework Suppliers can book their exhibition space now!!
We can't wait to welcome you to the Conference at Mountford Hall, Liverpool!
Join us at the vibrant Mountford Hall in the Guild of Students, located in the heart of Liverpool. This iconic venue, part of the University of Liverpool, is perfectly suited for Members for an engaging and inspiring conference experience.
Venue Details:
Mountford Hall, Guild of Students,
160 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5TR.
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Directions & Navigation:
Road: The city is easily reached via the M58, M56 and M62.
Parking - We recommend Paddington Village Multi-Storey Car Park which is only a few minutes walk from Mountford Hall. The address for the car park is Elm Grove, Liverpool, L7 3FA.
Google Maps - Paddington Village Multi-Storey Car Park.
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Rail from Lime Street Station: It's a 0.7 mile walk but a lot of it is uphill so be warned! Mountford Hall is a 10-15 minute walk from Liverpool Lime Street Station. Google map directions for walking from Lime Street.
Taxi from Lime Street: Leave Lime Street by the left exit and you will find a large taxi rank.
Air: Liverpool John Lennon Airport – take a taxi or express bus directly outside the entrance to the airport. You can get buses 500, 86, 80A and 82A into the city centre.
Manchester Airport, - take a train from the airport to Liverpool Lime Street. There is also a direct coach service which takes about 1 hour.
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