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title: "648H/SCHOOL TRANSPORT/REQUEST FOR QUOTATION/HARROGATE AREA/4 SEATS"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0672cf"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-24"
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# 648H/SCHOOL TRANSPORT/REQUEST FOR QUOTATION/HARROGATE AREA/4 SEATS

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0672cf

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "648H/SCHOOL TRANSPORT/REQUEST FOR QUOTATION/HARROGATE AREA/4 SEATS" was carried out by The North Yorkshire Council, located in Northallerton, United Kingdom. This tender falls within the services category, specifically focusing on transport services excluding waste transport. The procurement utilised a limited competition method, appropriate for processes below the threshold. It has progressed through the award and contract stages, with the contract being awarded to Mainline Taxis Association on 22nd January 2026. This contract is active and runs from January 2026 through to August 2028, with a possible extension until August 2030. The total contract value is £130,500 excluding VAT, and there are provisions for renewal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those capable of providing reliable school transport services. SMEs, like the Mainline Taxis Association which was awarded the contract, may find this type of tender particularly rewarding. Businesses with expertise in specialised transport services can benefit from such procurement contracts by entering into public sector markets and expanding their client base within the public authority domain. Additionally, enterprises located within or near the Harrogate area may have a logistical advantage, allowing for efficient service delivery and potential cost savings. This contract potentially opens avenues for further growth and collaboration with local government entities.

## Notice

School transport for contract School transport for contract 648H, Boroughbridge to Rossett School, 4 seats, January 2026 - August 2028

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026852-2026 |
| 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 | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 22 Jan 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £130,500 |

## 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 | MAINLINE TAXIS ASSOCIATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2026 at 14:09 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026852-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026852-2026
  24th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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