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SPMY124 - School Transport - Request for Quotation - Hambleton Area - 6/8/ Seats

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2026 at 14:09

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by The North Yorkshire Council, concerns a contract titled "SPMY124 - School Transport - Request for Quotation - Hambleton Area - 6/8/ Seats". This process falls under the 'services' industry category, specifically focusing on transport services. Located in the region of Hambleton, within North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, the contract has reached the award stage as of 9th April 2026. The process utilised a 'limited' procurement method, indicating a below-threshold, limited competition. The services are set to commence from 23rd February 2026 and conclude on 2nd April 2027, with the possibility of renewal, extending to a maximum of 2029. The awarded contract has a gross value of £205,920.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating within the transport services industry, particularly those specialising in local or school transport. Companies like IK Taxis, located in Skipton, have already successfully engaged in this process and can serve as a model for other local firms. The limited nature of the competition suggests an environment conducive to SMEs, especially those positioned within or near the Hambleton area, thus enabling business growth through expansion into government contracts. This tender offers a platform for such businesses to establish and enhance their service footprint within the public sector.

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Notice Title

SPMY124 - School Transport - Request for Quotation - Hambleton Area - 6/8/ Seats

Notice Description

School transport for contract SPMY124, Catterick Garrison to Mowbray Bedale, 6/8 seats, February 2026 - April 2027

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f41
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032511-2026
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
£171,600 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 2 Apr 2027 1-2 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
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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

IK TAXIS

Further Information

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