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WNC Marketing Campaign 2026/27 - Electric Buses for You

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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20 Apr 2026 at 12:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by West Northamptonshire Council pertains to a marketing campaign titled "WNC Marketing Campaign 2026/27 - Electric Buses for You," aimed at enhancing the visibility and usage of local buses through a collaborative and quantifiable marketing strategy. Classified under advertising and marketing services, it emphasises the promotion of new electric buses. This contract, located in Northampton, falls under the services category and was concluded on 20th April 2026, with the signed contract taking effect from 1st May 2026 to 31st December 2026. The procurement method followed was below the threshold, indicating a simpler process tailored for this specific service requirement. The awarded contract also has provisions for renewal, extending its potential impact in the region UKF24.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in marketing services to engage in a promising public-sector partnership that aims to boost transport offerings sustainably. Companies with expertise in advertising, especially those that can collaborate with local stakeholders to drive regional campaigns, are well-suited to take advantage of such opportunities. SMEs, particularly those with innovative ideas in promoting eco-friendly transport solutions, could leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and access the public sector market. As GO TRAVEL SOLUTIONS LIMITED has been awarded the contract, interested businesses can glean insights from their approach to compete in future public procurement processes. The project's focus on electric buses also opens doors for entities in the transport and environmental sectors to explore associated partnership opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WNC Marketing Campaign 2026/27 - Electric Buses for You

Notice Description

The project aims to boost awareness and ridership of local buses by promoting the *Buses for You* brand and new electric buses through a stakeholder-led, measurable marketing campaign that complements operator activity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068645
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035606-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£75,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20264 days ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GO TRAVEL SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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