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

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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23 Jul 2026 at 10:48

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" was conducted by West Northamptonshire Council, located in Northampton, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the services industry category with a specific focus on transport services, excluding waste transport. The process used a limited competition procurement method, classified as below threshold with a light touch regime. This tender progressed to the contract award stage, with the contract being signed on 23rd July 2026. The service period commences on 3rd September 2026 and concludes on 23rd July 2028, highlighting key dates that businesses should note.

This tender provides significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in passenger transport services. The award to MS CARS, a local SME based in Northampton, exemplifies the potential for regional businesses to secure such contracts. Companies with expertise in managing small group transport, particularly those with capabilities to accommodate special needs such as ADHD, ASD, and delayed learning, would be well-suited contenders for similar future opportunities. Engaging in this contract can enhance business portfolios and establish credibility in public sector work, paving the way for further growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : S704 No PA Outbound - AM 08:31 Welford Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9UJ 09:00 - Avon Park - Butlers Leap Campus - 11 Cottage Leap, 11 Cottage Leap, Rugby, CV21 3XP Return - PM 15:00 - Avon Park - Butlers Leap Campus - 11 Cottage Leap, 11 Cottage Leap, Rugby, CV21 3XP 15:30 Welford Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9UJ * West Northants Council will set a starting price on this contract. * LW ADHD, ASD & delayed learning

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d1a8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069616-2026
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
£49,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Sep 2026 - 23 Jul 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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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

MS CARS

Further Information

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