---
title: "SPFO052 - SCHOOL TRANSPORT - REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - KNARESBOROUGH - 8 SEATS"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0677ab"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-30"
---

# SPFO052 - SCHOOL TRANSPORT - REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - KNARESBOROUGH - 8 SEATS

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0677ab

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## Summary

The contracting process, handled by The North Yorkshire Council, pertains to school transport services in Thirsk, Sowerby to The Forest School, requiring a vehicle with eight seats. Categorised under the transport industry, the contract spans from March 2026 to April 2028 and was awarded as part of a limited procurement method due to being below the threshold for competitive tender. This procurement has reached the 'Award' stage, with K A Taxis Thirsk selected as the supplier. Being located in North Yorkshire, it highlights important procurement dates, including the contract signing on 30th March 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth in transport services, particularly for SMEs in the local area looking to engage in public service contracts. Businesses with capabilities in providing reliable and punctual transport for schoolchildren are well-suited to compete in such procurement processes. The limited competition procurement method increases accessibility to smaller enterprises that can offer personalised and community-focused services. Potential modifications in the contract further allow businesses to adapt and deliver effectively throughout its active period.

## Notice

School transport for contract SPFO052 , Thirsk, Sowerby To The Forest School , 8 seats, April 2026 - April 2028

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029023-2026 |
| 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 | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2026 - 13 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £93,100 |

## 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 | K A TAXIS THIRSK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 11:00 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029023-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029023-2026
  30th 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

## Provenance

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