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SP04985 - SCHOOL TRANSPORT - REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - SKIPTON AREA - 4 SEATS

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

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27 Apr 2026 at 11:30

Summary of the contracting process

The tender process for "SP04985 - SCHOOL TRANSPORT - REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - SKIPTON AREA - 4 SEATS" has reached the contract award stage. The North Yorkshire Council, a sub-central government public authority, is the contracting entity responsible for this procurement. The contract involves providing school transport services from Skipton to Cracoe VC C of E Primary School, covering the period from March 2026 to July 2026 with an option for renewal. The procurement method was limited, below the threshold of competition, and the primary industry category is transport services. The contract has been awarded to Barrys Private Hire, based in Keighley, showcasing the potential for SMEs within the region.

This tender represents significant opportunities for SMEs, particularly those specialising in passenger transport services. Businesses capable of offering reliable and safe transport for school children could find growth opportunities by competing in similar contracts. This particular contract, valued at £67,050 (excluding VAT), demonstrates the demand for localised transport services and the specific need for only four seats. With limited competition in this below-threshold procurement, such tenders may offer a chance for small to medium enterprises to secure local government contracts, fostering community-focused economic growth.

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Notice Title

SP04985 - SCHOOL TRANSPORT - REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - SKIPTON AREA - 4 SEATS

Notice Description

School transport for contract SP04985 , Skipton to Cracoe VC C of E Primary School, 4 seats, March 2026 - July 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068b88
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038000-2026
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
£67,050 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 months
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

BARRYS PRIVATE HIRE

Further Information

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