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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 14:00

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has successfully awarded a contract for the provision of Passenger Transport Services for 2026, specifically focusing on route-based services with a 1-8 seat capacity. Situated in Northampton, this procurement falls under the services category and adheres to a light-touch regime. The process reached the award stage with completion status as of 29 July 2026. This contract, identified as SA1378879, was based on limited competition due to being below the threshold, and it involves services without the need for additional collections. The service operates on Thursdays, with specific routes outlined within Northamptonshire, starting from 1 September 2026 to 25 July 2027. Skyline Taxis Limited has been selected as the supplier for this contract, for a total gross value of £4,400 GBP.

This contract represents a valuable business opportunity for firms specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of providing reliable and efficient small-scale passenger transport solutions. Companies with existing infrastructure in the Northampton area and an understanding of local logistics will find this tender attractive, as it facilitates direct involvement with a public authority. The project's limited procurement method also indicates an emphasis on specific service criteria, encouraging niche providers to participate. Engaging in such public sector contracts aids in business growth by ensuring stable revenue streams and enhancing reputational value through public sector affiliation.

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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-NW 1 passenger, Mum acting as PA (no extra collection needed) Thursdays Outbound 09:01 Hawksmoor Way, Northampton, NN5 7RF 09:30 Seeds of Change - The Acorn Centre, Little Acorn Farm, Newland Road, Walgrave, Northampton, NN6 9PZ Return 10:45 Seeds of Change - The Acorn Centre, Little Acorn Farm, Newland Road, Walgrave, Northampton, NN6 9PZ 11:12 Hawksmoor Way, Northampton, NN5 7RF

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d6b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071797-2026
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
£4,400 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 - 25 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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

SKYLINE TAXIS

Further Information

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