---
title: "508R - School transport - Request for quotation - Hambleton area - 4 seats"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065740"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-18"
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# 508R - School transport - Request for quotation - Hambleton area - 4 seats

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065740

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## Summary

This public procurement process, initiated by The North Yorkshire Council, involves the provision of school transport services in the Hambleton area, specifically catering for a four-seat requirement from Thirsk to Stokesley school. The contract, identified as 508R, spans from January 2026 to July 2028, with a procurement value of £130,800. The procurement method employed is limited competition, specifically below threshold, emphasising a streamlined and targeted approach. The contract was awarded to Hello Coopers Taxis Ltd, an SME based in Bedale, reflecting the completion of the tender stage. This contract offers potential renewal options and modifications, allowing for flexibility and extended engagement. Situated in the region of North Yorkshire (UKE22), this opportunity falls under the broader transport services industry category, with key legislative backing as per the UKPGA 2023/54.

The successful award of this contract to Hello Coopers Taxis Ltd showcases promising growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in transport services within the education sector. Business entities with expertise in local transport logistics, especially those capable of offering tailored solutions for school transport, stand to benefit immensely from such procurement initiatives. The focus on a specific geographical locale in the UK (North Yorkshire - UKE22) further underscores opportunities for companies familiar with regional requirements and infrastructures. This procurement process invites businesses that can deliver reliable and efficient transport solutions, facilitating their expansion within public sector contracts and encouraging future participations through flexible contract options.

## Notice

School Transport for contract 508R, Thirsk to Stokesley school, 4 seats, January 2026 - July 2028

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014861-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £130,800 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHALLERTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL7 8AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE22 North Yorkshire |
| Local authority | North Yorkshire |
| Electoral ward | Romanby |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond and Northallerton |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HELLO COOPERS TAXIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2026 at 15:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014861-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014861-2026
  18th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northyorks.gov.uk

## Provenance

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