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13 Jul 2026 at 14:55

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has concluded a public procurement process for the provision of Passenger Transport Services 2026, specifically focusing on route-based services for 1-8 seat provisions. This contract, categorised under the services industry, was conducted through a limited procurement method, described as below threshold with limited competition, adhering to light-touch regulations. The process is in the award stage, having been finalised with Mayfair Cars Northampton Ltd as the supplier. The contract, signed on 30th June 2026, commenced on 3rd July 2026 and is set to conclude on 23rd August 2026. Operations will be centred in Northampton, enhancing localised transport solutions in the UKF24 region.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in transportation services, particularly those capable of offering specialised, small-scale passenger transport solutions. The focus on route-based services within the light-touch regime suggests scope for innovative approaches to vehicle deployment and service efficiency. Large transport providers and regional companies in the transportation and services sectors, especially those with expertise in adaptable and agile logistics services, would find this contract conducive to expansion in Northamptonshire's public transport infrastructure. By securing such contracts, businesses can establish or expand their footprint in the public sector domain, fostering growth through consistent collaboration with local authorities.

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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-06c9c7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065739-2026
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
Large

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
3 Jul 2026 - 23 Aug 2026 1-6 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
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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

MAYFAIR CARS NORTHAMPTON

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