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title: "Hartlepool College of Further Education - Student Taxi Transportation"
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buyer: "HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION"
published: "2026-07-16"
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# Hartlepool College of Further Education - Student Taxi Transportation

Buyer: HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cce1

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## Summary

Hartlepool College of Further Education is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process seeking a supplier for their student taxi transportation needs. This service is vital for students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), those with severe disabilities, and students residing in remote areas lacking direct public transport links. With an open procurement method, the college aims to secure a flexible and responsive transportation arrangement that supports its inclusive education policies. The total contract value is projected at £240,000, with submissions due by 11 August 2026. The procurement falls under the 'Taxi services' category, to be delivered throughout the United Kingdom, and is governed by UK public sector procurement laws.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in taxi services, particularly those with experience in providing accessible and specialised transportation solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are encouraged to compete, meeting the demand for cost-effective and high-quality service delivery. The contract, which may be extended for up to two additional years beyond its initial term, offers a substantial opportunity for growth, especially for businesses looking to expand their client base within the public sector and enhance their service delivery capabilities in educational environments.

## Notice

Hartlepool College of Further Education are seeking a supplier for their Taxi transport which is primarily used for learners with EHCPs, learners with severe disabilities, and those living in remote areas with no direct public transport links, demonstrating the importance of flexible and responsive transport arrangements within the college's wider inclusion and student support offer.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067242-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION |
| Locality | HARTLEPOOL |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS24 7NT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees |
| Local authority | Hartlepool |
| Electoral ward | Burn Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Hartlepool |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2026 at 11:57 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067242-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067242-2026
  16th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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