---
title: "SSHA712 - HAS Transport - request for quotation - Ripon Area - 4 seats"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065bff"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-25"
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# SSHA712 - HAS Transport - request for quotation - Ripon Area - 4 seats

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065bff

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## Summary

The North Yorkshire Council has awarded a contract for school transport services under the title "SSHA712 - HAS Transport - request for quotation - Ripon Area - 4 seats". This procurement, categorised under the ‘services’ industry, involves transport for a specific route from Ripon Youth Centre to Pateley Bridge. The process was conducted using a limited procurement method under below-threshold competition. The contract spans from January 2026 to March 2028, and it was awarded to Aire Valley Private Hire Ltd, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) located in Keighly. The total contract value is £40,700, with potential modifications and renewal options available. The award status was confirmed as active on 25th February 2026.

This tender presents opportunities especially for SMEs involved in the transport services sector, providing an avenue for business growth through public sector contracting. Companies like Aire Valley Private Hire Ltd can leverage such contracts to establish or expand their portfolios with local government clients. The focus on a specific geographical area, such as North Yorkshire, makes it ideal for regional businesses looking to consolidate their service areas and build relationships with sub-central government authorities. The possibility of contract renewal further enhances the opportunity for sustained business engagement.

## Notice

School transport for contract SSHA712, Darcy Andrews - Ripon Youth Centre to Pateley Bridge, 4 seats, January 2026 - March 2028

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016878-2026 |
| 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 | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Jan 2026 - 29 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,700 |

## 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 | AIRE VALLEY PRIVATE HIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2026 at 13:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016878-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016878-2026
  25th 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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