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508R - School transport - Request for quotation - Hambleton area - 4 seats

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

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18 Feb 2026 at 15:01

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, initiated by The North Yorkshire Council, involves the provision of school transport services in the Hambleton area, specifically catering for a four-seat requirement from Thirsk to Stokesley school. The contract, identified as 508R, spans from January 2026 to July 2028, with a procurement value of £130,800. The procurement method employed is limited competition, specifically below threshold, emphasising a streamlined and targeted approach. The contract was awarded to Hello Coopers Taxis Ltd, an SME based in Bedale, reflecting the completion of the tender stage. This contract offers potential renewal options and modifications, allowing for flexibility and extended engagement. Situated in the region of North Yorkshire (UKE22), this opportunity falls under the broader transport services industry category, with key legislative backing as per the UKPGA 2023/54.

The successful award of this contract to Hello Coopers Taxis Ltd showcases promising growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in transport services within the education sector. Business entities with expertise in local transport logistics, especially those capable of offering tailored solutions for school transport, stand to benefit immensely from such procurement initiatives. The focus on a specific geographical locale in the UK (North Yorkshire - UKE22) further underscores opportunities for companies familiar with regional requirements and infrastructures. This procurement process invites businesses that can deliver reliable and efficient transport solutions, facilitating their expansion within public sector contracts and encouraging future participations through flexible contract options.

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Notice Title

508R - School transport - Request for quotation - Hambleton area - 4 seats

Notice Description

School Transport for contract 508R, Thirsk to Stokesley school, 4 seats, January 2026 - July 2028

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065740
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014861-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£130,800 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Louise Wheatley
Contact Email
businessdevelopment.ipt@northyorks.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01609536148

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHALLERTON
Postcode
DL7 8AD
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Romanby
Westminster Constituency
Richmond and Northallerton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HELLO COOPERS TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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