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SPSW065b - School Transport - Request for Quotation - Harrogate Area - 8 Seats

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

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28 Apr 2026 at 12:01

Summary of the contracting process

The North Yorkshire Council has completed its tender process for contract SPSW065b, which pertains to school transport services in the Harrogate area. The procurement, which falls under the "Transport services (excl. Waste transport)" category, was conducted through a limited method, below threshold, ensuring a competitive yet restricted bidding environment. This contract covers the transport from Catterick Garrison to Springwater School, with an allocation for eight seats over a two-year period from April 2026 to April 2028. The contract has been awarded to Freedom Transport Solutions Ltd, a supplier based in York, marking the continuation of the procurement process into its active award stage.

This tender presents opportunities for SMEs specialising in transport services to establish or expand their foothold in public sector contracts. Businesses that can provide safe, reliable, and efficient transport accommodations for educational institutions may find growth prospects through similar opportunities. Freedom Transport Solutions Ltd, an SME serving the locality, exemplifies the type of business well-suited to meet the requirements outlined by sub-central government authorities like The North Yorkshire Council, fostering business relationships and paving the way for future engagements in this sector.

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Notice Title

SPSW065b - School Transport - Request for Quotation - Harrogate Area - 8 Seats

Notice Description

School transport for contract SPSW065, Catterick Garrison To Springwater School, 4 seats, April 2026 - April 2028

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068cb3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038546-2026
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
£90,440 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2026 - 13 Apr 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

FREEDOM TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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