---
title: "SPSW065b - School Transport - Request for Quotation - Harrogate Area - 8 Seats"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068cb3"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-28"
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# SPSW065b - School Transport - Request for Quotation - Harrogate Area - 8 Seats

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068cb3

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## Summary

The North Yorkshire Council has completed its tender process for contract SPSW065b, which pertains to school transport services in the Harrogate area. The procurement, which falls under the "Transport services (excl. Waste transport)" category, was conducted through a limited method, below threshold, ensuring a competitive yet restricted bidding environment. This contract covers the transport from Catterick Garrison to Springwater School, with an allocation for eight seats over a two-year period from April 2026 to April 2028. The contract has been awarded to Freedom Transport Solutions Ltd, a supplier based in York, marking the continuation of the procurement process into its active award stage.

This tender presents opportunities for SMEs specialising in transport services to establish or expand their foothold in public sector contracts. Businesses that can provide safe, reliable, and efficient transport accommodations for educational institutions may find growth prospects through similar opportunities. Freedom Transport Solutions Ltd, an SME serving the locality, exemplifies the type of business well-suited to meet the requirements outlined by sub-central government authorities like The North Yorkshire Council, fostering business relationships and paving the way for future engagements in this sector.

## Notice

School transport for contract SPSW065, Catterick Garrison To Springwater School, 4 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/038546-2026 |
| 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 | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Apr 2026 - 13 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £90,440 |

## 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 | FREEDOM TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 12:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038546-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038546-2026
  28th 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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