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Tender

16 Jul 2026 at 11:57

Summary of the contracting process

Hartlepool College of Further Education is currently seeking to procure taxi transportation services primarily for learners with EHCPs, those with severe disabilities, and students living in areas without direct public transport. The procurement is in the Tender stage, with an active status, and the deadline for submissions is 11th August 2026. This open procedure invites bids with an estimated contract value of £200,000. The contract commencement is scheduled for 16th September 2026, and it will conclude on 31st July 2029. The services need to cover multiple locations, including the UK and some other areas, therefore making it essential for potential suppliers to offer flexible and responsive solutions catering to diverse geographical demands.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses, especially SMEs, with capabilities in providing specialised taxi services to expand their market presence and form a long-term relationship with an educational institution. The open procurement method utilised here ensures a competitive environment, giving various service providers a fair chance to win the contract. Businesses with experience in accessible transportation that can adapt to dynamic scheduling and meet the institution's inclusion goals will find this opportunity particularly fitting.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CA18238 - Hartlepool College of Further Education - Student Taxi Transportation

Notice Description

Hartlepool College of Further Education are seeking a supplier for their Taxi transport which is primarily used for learners with EHCPs, learners with severe disabilities, and those living in remote areas with no direct public transport links, demonstrating the importance of flexible and responsive transport arrangements within the college's wider inclusion and student support offer. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18238. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18238 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eef7886b-bcbb-4db2-95f4-42dd70d54ba5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HARTLEPOOL
Postcode
TS24 7NT
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Hartlepool
Electoral Ward
Burn Valley
Westminster Constituency
Hartlepool

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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