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Hartlepool College of Further Education - Student Taxi Transportation

HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

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16 Jul 2026 at 11:57

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Hartlepool College of Further Education is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process seeking a supplier for their student taxi transportation needs. This service is vital for students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), those with severe disabilities, and students residing in remote areas lacking direct public transport links. With an open procurement method, the college aims to secure a flexible and responsive transportation arrangement that supports its inclusive education policies. The total contract value is projected at £240,000, with submissions due by 11 August 2026. The procurement falls under the 'Taxi services' category, to be delivered throughout the United Kingdom, and is governed by UK public sector procurement laws.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in taxi services, particularly those with experience in providing accessible and specialised transportation solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are encouraged to compete, meeting the demand for cost-effective and high-quality service delivery. The contract, which may be extended for up to two additional years beyond its initial term, offers a substantial opportunity for growth, especially for businesses looking to expand their client base within the public sector and enhance their service delivery capabilities in educational environments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hartlepool College of Further Education - Student Taxi Transportation

Notice Description

Hartlepool College of Further Education are seeking a supplier for their Taxi transport which is primarily used for learners with EHCPs, learners with severe disabilities, and those living in remote areas with no direct public transport links, demonstrating the importance of flexible and responsive transport arrangements within the college's wider inclusion and student support offer.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cce1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067242-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HARTLEPOOL
Postcode
TS24 7NT
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hartlepool
Electoral Ward
Burn Valley
Westminster Constituency
Hartlepool

Further Information

Notice Documents

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