---
title: "SSHA712/HAS TRANSPORT/REQUEST FOR QUOTATION/HARROGATE AREA/4 SEATS"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06989d"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06989d.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-14"
---

# SSHA712/HAS TRANSPORT/REQUEST FOR QUOTATION/HARROGATE AREA/4 SEATS

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06989d

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## Summary

The North Yorkshire Council has concluded the procurement process for the provision of school transport services under contract SSHA712. The service involves transportation from Ripon Youth Centre to Pateley Bridge, offering 4-seat capacity running from January 2026 to March 2028. Situated in the Harrogate area, this procurement falls under the transport services category. The contract was awarded to Aire Valley Private Hire LTD and is classified under services, with a below-threshold limited competition procurement method. The contract has commenced as of 16th January 2026 and includes potential renewals, ensuring service continuity potentially up to March 2030.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses within the transport industry, particularly those specialising in passenger transport services. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Aire Valley Private Hire LTD have successfully competed in this procurement, demonstrating potential growth pathways for similar companies. Businesses looking to expand into the North Yorkshire region can benefit from engaging in such tenders, which typically involve renewable contracts and options for adjustments, aligning with strategic long-term business growth plans.

## Notice

School transport for contract SSHA712, 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/044319-2026 |
| 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 | 14 May 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

- 14 May 2026 at 11:04 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044319-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044319-2026
  14th May 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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