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29 Jul 2026 at 08:34

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" contract, with an award date of 29th July 2026. The contract focuses on providing transport services within Northampton, under the industry category of "Transport services (excl. Waste transport)." Using a limited competition procurement method below the threshold, the service is scheduled from 8th September 2026 to 25th October 2026, and may extend if necessary. The process, aligned with sub-central government regulations, has reached the award stage with a gross contract value of £40,000.

This tender offers opportunities for SMEs specialising in transport services, particularly those experienced in route-based passenger transit. Companies such as Northampton Premium Travel, who have been awarded this contract, represent ideal candidates for similar future opportunities. Businesses that can offer tailored transport solutions for specific routes, particularly in the educational sector with a need for child safety provisions, are well-suited to compete in this and similar contracts. The framework provides a significant chance for growth within regional transport services, enhancing business profiles and expanding service offerings in the public sector.

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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) : EC-MM 1 passenger, with PA Child car seat with houdini harness, 6 seater 08:45 Flintcomb Rise, Northampton, NN3 8QX 09:15 Tiffield Academy, St Johns Road, NN12 8AA 15:30 Tiffield Academy, St Johns Road, Tiffield, NN12 8AA 16:000 Flintcomb Rise, Northampton, NN3 8QX **May be extended past October half-term if still needed**

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d603
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071525-2026
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
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Sep 2026 - 25 Oct 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
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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