This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Award

14 Jul 2026 at 12:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by West Northamptonshire Council for the "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" has concluded with a contract award to Beacon Cars Ltd. This contracting process, focused in the United Kingdom, particularly the Northampton area, falls under the transport services industry, specifically providing route-based passenger transport excluding waste transport. The process followed a limited procurement method due to its below threshold nature. The contract was signed on 14th July 2026 and will commence on 7th September 2026, running until 28th July 2028. The project is identified as a service under the light-touch regime, aiming to provide route-based transport for services that operate Monday to Friday during term times.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth within the transport and logistics sector, particularly for large scale transport companies capable of providing multi-seat passenger transport solutions. Companies familiar with handling transport services for school districts or similar institutional needs—ensuring reliability and managing routes efficiently—are well-suited to compete. The contract's scope includes transporting passengers with specific social, emotional, and communication needs, making it a suitable opportunity for businesses experienced in providing specialised transport solutions. Successful participation in this tender can enhance a company's portfolio and establish or strengthen relationships with local government entities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : SN2054 Operator PA 8 Passenger Seats Mondays to Fridays Term time only Outbound - AM 08:05 Almond Grove, Northampton, NN7 4TX 08:12 Harrington Close, Upton, Northampton, NN5 4HJ 08:26 Briar Hill Walk, Northampton, NN4 8LN 08:32 Ransome Road, Northampton, NN4 8AA 08:38 Bidders Close, Northampton, NN1 1EL 08:54 Bondfield Avenue, Northampton, NN2 7RD 09:00 - Purple Oak Academy - Whiston Road, Northampton, NN2 7RR Return - PM 15:00 - Purple Oak Academy - Whiston Road, Northampton, NN2 7RR 15:07 Bondfield Avenue, Northampton, NN2 7RD 15:23 Bidders Close, Northampton, NN1 1EL 15:27 Ransome Road, Northampton, NN4 8AA 15:33 Briar Hill Walk, Northampton, NN4 8LN 15:47 Harrington Close, Upton, Northampton, NN5 4HJ 15:55 Almond Grove, Northampton, NN7 4TX Initials Childs Needs and Equipment used Client Number MM Social, Emotional and Mental Health - Child Seat ABO Social, Emotional and Mental Health - Booster Seat OA Social, emotional, interaction and communication difficulties - Booster Seat EJ Social, Emotional and Mental Health - Child Seat NK Social communication and interaction difficulties. HM Speech and Language and Social Communication and Interaction. SR Social communication and interaction difficulties - Car Seat

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cac7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066189-2026
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
£85,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20262 days ago
Contract Period
7 Sep 2026 - 28 Jul 2028 1-2 years
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

BEACON CARS

Further Information

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

JSON Markdown

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-06cac7-2026-07-14T13:37:11+01:00",
    "date": "2026-07-14T13:37:11+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-06cac7",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-PPON-PGDV-8944-CMBP",
            "name": "West Northamptonshire Council",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                "id": "PGDV-8944-CMBP"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "West Northamptonshire Council",
                "locality": "Northampton",
                "postalCode": "NN1 1ED",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKF24"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Tom Callaghan",
                "email": "tcallaghan@northamptonshire.gov.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    }
                ]
            }
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-FTS-84195",
            "name": "Beacon Cars ltd",
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "7 Tenby Road",
                "locality": "Northampton",
                "postalCode": "NN5 7DF",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKF24"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Shamsul islam",
                "email": "beaconcarsnorthampton@gmail.com"
            },
            "roles": [
                "supplier"
            ],
            "details": {
                "scale": "large",
                "vcse": false
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-PPON-PGDV-8944-CMBP",
        "name": "West Northamptonshire Council"
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "SA1376314",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)",
        "description": "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : SN2054 Operator PA 8 Passenger Seats Mondays to Fridays Term time only Outbound - AM 08:05 Almond Grove, Northampton, NN7 4TX 08:12 Harrington Close, Upton, Northampton, NN5 4HJ 08:26 Briar Hill Walk, Northampton, NN4 8LN 08:32 Ransome Road, Northampton, NN4 8AA 08:38 Bidders Close, Northampton, NN1 1EL 08:54 Bondfield Avenue, Northampton, NN2 7RD 09:00 - Purple Oak Academy - Whiston Road, Northampton, NN2 7RR Return - PM 15:00 - Purple Oak Academy - Whiston Road, Northampton, NN2 7RR 15:07 Bondfield Avenue, Northampton, NN2 7RD 15:23 Bidders Close, Northampton, NN1 1EL 15:27 Ransome Road, Northampton, NN4 8AA 15:33 Briar Hill Walk, Northampton, NN4 8LN 15:47 Harrington Close, Upton, Northampton, NN5 4HJ 15:55 Almond Grove, Northampton, NN7 4TX Initials Childs Needs and Equipment used Client Number MM Social, Emotional and Mental Health - Child Seat ABO Social, Emotional and Mental Health - Booster Seat OA Social, emotional, interaction and communication difficulties - Booster Seat EJ Social, Emotional and Mental Health - Child Seat NK Social communication and interaction difficulties. HM Speech and Language and Social Communication and Interaction. SR Social communication and interaction difficulties - Car Seat",
        "status": "complete",
        "procurementMethod": "limited",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Below threshold - limited competition",
        "specialRegime": [
            "lightTouch"
        ],
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "2755",
                "status": "complete"
            }
        ]
    },
    "awards": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "status": "active",
            "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
            "suppliers": [
                {
                    "id": "GB-FTS-84195",
                    "name": "Beacon Cars ltd"
                }
            ],
            "items": [
                {
                    "id": "2755",
                    "additionalClassifications": [
                        {
                            "scheme": "CPV",
                            "id": "60000000",
                            "description": "Transport services (excl. Waste transport)"
                        }
                    ],
                    "relatedLot": "2755"
                }
            ],
            "relatedLots": [
                "2755"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "contracts": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "awardID": "1",
            "title": "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)",
            "status": "active",
            "period": {
                "startDate": "2026-09-07T00:00:00Z",
                "endDate": "2028-07-28T23:59:59Z"
            },
            "value": {
                "amountGross": 85000,
                "amount": 85000,
                "currency": "GBP"
            },
            "aboveThreshold": false,
            "dateSigned": "2026-07-14T00:00:00Z",
            "documents": [
                {
                    "id": "066189-2026",
                    "documentType": "contractNotice",
                    "noticeType": "UK7",
                    "description": "Contract details notice on Find a Tender",
                    "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066189-2026",
                    "datePublished": "2026-07-14T13:37:11+01:00",
                    "format": "text/html"
                }
            ]
        }
    ],
    "language": "en"
}