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title: "SP04985 - SCHOOL TRANSPORT - REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - SKIPTON AREA - 4 SEATS"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068b88"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-27"
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# SP04985 - SCHOOL TRANSPORT - REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - SKIPTON AREA - 4 SEATS

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068b88

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## Summary

The tender process for "SP04985 - SCHOOL TRANSPORT - REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - SKIPTON AREA - 4 SEATS" has reached the contract award stage. The North Yorkshire Council, a sub-central government public authority, is the contracting entity responsible for this procurement. The contract involves providing school transport services from Skipton to Cracoe VC C of E Primary School, covering the period from March 2026 to July 2026 with an option for renewal. The procurement method was limited, below the threshold of competition, and the primary industry category is transport services. The contract has been awarded to Barrys Private Hire, based in Keighley, showcasing the potential for SMEs within the region.

This tender represents significant opportunities for SMEs, particularly those specialising in passenger transport services. Businesses capable of offering reliable and safe transport for school children could find growth opportunities by competing in similar contracts. This particular contract, valued at £67,050 (excluding VAT), demonstrates the demand for localised transport services and the specific need for only four seats. With limited competition in this below-threshold procurement, such tenders may offer a chance for small to medium enterprises to secure local government contracts, fostering community-focused economic growth.

## Notice

School transport for contract SP04985 , Skipton to Cracoe VC C of E Primary School, 4 seats, March 2026 - July 2026

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038000-2026 |
| 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 | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £67,050 |

## 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 | BARRYS PRIVATE HIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 11:30 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038000-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038000-2026
  27th April 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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