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SP04952/SCHOOL TRANSPORT/REQUEST FOR QUOTATION/OUT OF COUNTY/6 SEATS

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

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21 Apr 2026 at 13:25

Summary of the contracting process

The North Yorkshire Council has completed the procurement process for a school transport service contract, titled "SP04952/SCHOOL TRANSPORT/REQUEST FOR QUOTATION/OUT OF COUNTY/6 SEATS," within the services category. The contract covers transport from Kellington – Brotherton to De Lacey Academy, accommodating 6 seats, and spans from April 2026 to April 2028, with a potential renewal. The procurement method employed was limited, targeting sub-central government authorities below the threshold for competition. The contract was awarded to Calcaria Travel Group Limited, reflecting a strategic transport need within the region UKE22, United Kingdom, commencing the operational phase from 13 April 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for growth in the transport services industry, specifically targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through tailored procurement methods. Businesses specialising in transport services and looking to expand their market footprint in the public sector will find this tender particularly beneficial. The school transport services, classified under CPV code 60000000, address a stable demand over multiple years, providing a reliable revenue stream with room for contract modifications and renewals, which can help to stabilise and drive business expansion.

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Notice Title

SP04952/SCHOOL TRANSPORT/REQUEST FOR QUOTATION/OUT OF COUNTY/6 SEATS

Notice Description

School transport for contract SP04952, Kellington - Brotherton to De Lacey Academy, 6 seats, April 2026 - April 2028

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068780
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036147-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£174,800 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2026 - 7 Apr 2028 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

CALCARIA TRAVEL GROUP

Further Information

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