---
title: "SSHA717 - Has Transport - Request for Quotation - Harrogate Area - 4 Seats"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06989e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-14"
---

# SSHA717 - Has Transport - Request for Quotation - Harrogate Area - 4 Seats

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

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## Summary

The North Yorkshire Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the SSHA717 contract, aiming to provide school transport services in the Harrogate area. This contract covers routes from Harrogate to Green Gates Primary School and alternate Thursdays to Knaresborough Community Centre, accommodating four seats. The procurement, conducted through a limited competition method below the threshold, falls under the services category and is specifically for transport services excluding waste transport, with a focus on the UK region of UKE22. The contract commenced on 13th April 2026 and will run until 29th March 2028, with provisions for a renewal of up to two additional years. The procurement was initiated under legal basis 2023/54, and the contract has been awarded to Mainline Taxis Association as of 14th May 2026.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for local SME businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those with capabilities in school and community centre transportation. Companies focusing on providing reliable and efficient transport solutions could benefit significantly from participation in similar tenders, especially given the potential for contract renewals and modifications. Businesses adept at understanding public authority requirements and able to operate within the North Yorkshire region will find this type of tender particularly suited to fostering business growth and establishing strong relationships with local government bodies like The North Yorkshire Council.

## Notice

School transport for contract SSHA717, Harrogate > Green Gates Primary School, Apperley Bridge & alternate Thursdays to Knaresborough CC, 4 seats, April 2026 - March 2028

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044321-2026 |
| 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 | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Apr 2026 - 29 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £106,400 |

## 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

- 14 May 2026 at 11:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044321-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044321-2026
  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

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