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21 Jul 2026 at 15:56

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council recently concluded the procurement process for the "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" contract. This tender was aimed at securing transport services specifically within Northampton, UK, falling under the services category of the industry. The procurement process used the limited method under the light touch regime due to its below-threshold nature. The award was made on 21st July 2026 to Northampton Premium Travel, and the contract is active from 27th July 2026 until 31st March 2028. This process is in the completion stage, having been legally based on UK legislation 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in providing specialised transport services, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering route-based passenger solutions. Companies like Northampton Premium Travel, which can offer tailored transport services for passenger needs ranging from one to eight seats, are ideal candidates for such contracts. Engaging in these types of government contracts can help businesses establish a robust presence in the local transport industry, thus fostering growth and expanding their operability within the public sector. The limited competition approach implies that businesses will need to demonstrate specialised experience and service quality to succeed.

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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-06d042
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068886-2026
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
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 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

NORTHAMPTON PREMIUM TRAVEL

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