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07 Jul 2026 at 15:59

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has completed a procurement process for 'Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)', with a focus on servicing travel routes within Northampton, UK. The procurement aligns with the 'services' category, falling under the transport services excluding waste transport classification. This opportunity was orchestrated under a 'limited' procurement method, indicating a competitive but controlled tender environment. Key dates include the contract start on 3rd July 2026, and its completion on 17th July 2026, with the contract having been signed on 25th June 2026. The process reached its award stage with MS CARS being identified as the supplier, supporting intra-day transport schedules connecting local landmarks.

This tender presents notable opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the transport service industry, particularly those able to manage route-based passenger services efficiently. It offers possibilities for business growth through demonstrating service capability in public sector contracts. This specific contract, set below the threshold with a limited competition approach, encourages agile service providers who can competitively offer quality transport within local government frameworks. Enterprises with logistics, route management skills, and the ability to deliver consistent passenger services are particularly well-positioned to leverage similar opportunities within the region.

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Notice Title

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)

Notice Description

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : EC - OFS No PA Outbound - AM 09:08 Manor Road, Moulton, Northampton, NN3 7QU 09:30 - Northampton Saints - Franklins Gardens, Northampton, NN5 5BG Return - Friday PM 14:30 - Northampton Saints - Franklins Gardens, Northampton, NN5 5BG 14:50 Oakgrove Place, East Hunsbury, Northampton, NN4 0SB * West Northants Council will set a starting price on this contract. *

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c5a8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063852-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£6,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

MS CARS

Further Information

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