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SPFO059 - SCHOOL TRANSPORT - REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - KNARESBOROUGH AREA - 4 SEATS

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

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31 Mar 2026 at 11:03

Summary of the contracting process

The North Yorkshire Council has concluded a contracting process for school transport services, specifically for the Knareborough area under contract SPFO059. The procurement, which falls under the industry category of transport services, commenced on 31st March 2026. The council sought quotations for providing four-seat transport from Northallerton, Thornton Le Moor to The Forest School, covering the period from April 2026 to April 2028. This contract was procured using a limited competition method, as it was below the threshold, and has now advanced to the award stage with the contract subsequently signed. The procurement follows legal guidelines under the UKPGA 2023/54 and was classified as a 'Below threshold - limited competition'. The contract valued at £76,000 (net) is awarded to K.A.Taxis Thirsk, marking the completion of the procurement process.

The awarded contract presents a growth opportunity for local transport service providers, particularly those in the SME category, exemplified by the successful award to K.A.Taxis Thirsk. Businesses specialising in transport services, especially in the North Yorkshire area, can leverage such tenders to expand their portfolio of services, collaborating with local government bodies to ensure sustainable business development. The requirement for school transport services suggests potential ongoing opportunities for similar services across educational and other sectors, encouraging entries from businesses that can offer reliable and efficient transport solutions. Companies looking to engage with public authorities should consider fostering relationships with organisations like The North Yorkshire Council, known for their public sector procurement activities.

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Notice Title

SPFO059 - SCHOOL TRANSPORT - REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - KNARESBOROUGH AREA - 4 SEATS

Notice Description

School transport for contract SPFO059, Northallerton, Thornton Le Moor to The Forest School, 4 seats, April 2026 - April 2028

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0678e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029559-2026
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
£76,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20264 days ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 13 Apr 2026 30 days
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

K.A.TAXIS THIRSK

Further Information

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