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

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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29 Jul 2026 at 12:04

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has completed the contracting process for the "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" tender, which falls under the transport services industry category. The procurement pertains to public authority services within Northampton, UK, facilitated through a limited competition method due to being below the threshold. The tender process started with a notice on 29th July 2026, and the contract was awarded to TOP RANK TRANSPORT, with the service scheduled from 1st September 2026 to 23rd July 2027. This award enables the provision of transport services for a passenger on specific weekdays, showcasing key locations in Northampton for service operation.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those capable of providing adaptable and light-touch services within the Northampton area. SMEs specialising in passenger transport services, who can cater for small groups, will find the contractual demands align well with their niche. Engaging in such contracts can provide substantial growth opportunities by establishing consistent service delivery within the public sector, enhancing business reputation and expertise in providing tailored transport solutions.

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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) : EC-KP 1 passenger, with PA Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Outbound 08:45 Poppy Way Overstone, NN6 0TJ 09:00 Northampton School Tutorial Centre - Northwood Family Centre, Northampton, NN3 8AW Return 15:00 Northampton School Tutorial Centre - Northwood Family Centre, Northampton, NN3 8AW 15:15 Poppy Way Overstone, NN6 0TJ **Please note WNC will be setting a start price on this contract**

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d664
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071680-2026
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
£13,680 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
1 Sep 2026 - 23 Jul 2027 6-12 months
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
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

TOP RANK TRANSPORT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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