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13 Jul 2026 at 14:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" was initiated by West Northamptonshire Council, located in Northampton, United Kingdom. This falls under the services industry category with a specific focus on transport services, excluding waste transport. The contract has now reached the award stage, having been completed as of 30th June 2026. It was a limited competition procurement method, specifically described under a "Below threshold - limited competition" regime. The contract is set to run from 8th July 2026 to 31st March 2027, with a gross value amount of GBP 1.

This tender provides opportunities for businesses specializing in small passenger transport services, particularly those capable of providing route-based services with 1-8 seat provisions. Companies like small to medium-sized enterprises, such as Ace Cars Banbury Ltd—which has been awarded the contract—are ideally suited to compete in such procurements. The specialised service delivery involved here can be an entry point for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in public sector transportation services, especially those aiming to secure more local government contracts. Engaging in such tenders can offer business growth through increased visibility and credibility in the sector. West Northamptonshire Council's procurement reflects their need for efficient transport solutions, presenting an opportunity for businesses that can supply reliable and adaptive services.

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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) - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c9c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065735-2026
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
£1

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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

ACE CARS BANBURY

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