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CA16206 - Hartlepool College of Further Education - Pupil Bus Transportation

HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

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19 Sep 2025 at 10:18

Summary of the contracting process

Hartlepool College of Further Education has successfully awarded a contract for pupil bus transportation services, marking the completion of the procurement process. The contract was awarded to Stagecoach Transit Group, a prominent supplier in the sector, and it began on 1st September 2025, running until 31st August 2026. With an emphasis on public road transport services, the procurement follows a negotiated procedure without prior publication, specifically targeting the CPV classification code 60112000. The award was confirmed on 19th September 2025. The process was conducted by Hartlepool College in England, utilising a limited procurement method designed for service-based contracts.

This procurement presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in public transport services, particularly those capable of supporting educational institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in passenger transportation can gain considerable traction within the education sector through such contracts. By addressing flexible scheduling needs and ensuring reliable service delivery to educational facilities, businesses can build a robust portfolio, paving the way for future tender participation both domestically and internationally. This particular contract also encourages businesses with strong local and national operational capacities to engage in competitive tendering, thereby enhancing their market presence and potential revenue.

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Notice Title

CA16206 - Hartlepool College of Further Education - Pupil Bus Transportation

Notice Description

Hartlepool College of Further Education are looking to ensure all pupils arrive to the College at various times during the day via public bus transportation To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16206. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16206 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/482d1478-4a53-4358-92e1-c9dfbc9dacd1
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£129,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STAGECOACH TRANSIT GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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