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31 Jul 2026 at 10:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process carried out by West Northamptonshire Council involves a tender titled "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)". This contract falls under the services category in the transport industry and is located in Northampton, UK. The process has been completed, with the contract being awarded and signed on 31st July 2026. The procurement method utilised was a limited competition approach under the threshold, with a focus on light touch regimes. The contract is set to commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2027, offering passenger transport services primarily for a specific route involving Northampton Saints and Falcon Way locations for scheduled services on Fridays.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses operating in the transport services sector, especially those providing passenger transport solutions. The contract, awarded to ACTIVE NORTH CARS, a large-scale supplier, indicates a suitable opportunity for businesses experienced in route-based passenger transport with a focus on flexibility and scheduling precision. Enterprises that can provide efficient and reliable transport solutions for smaller groups (1-8 seat provision) and meet the specifications set by local government authorities stand to benefit significantly from engaging in such tenders. This type of procurement can foster growth by expanding service offerings and enhancing partnerships with public sector bodies.

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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-SAINTS3 1 passenger, no PA Fridays only 09:10 Falcon Way, Northampton, NN4 6GT 09:30 Northampton Saints Franklins Gardens, Northampton, NN5 5BG 14:30 Northampton Saints Franklins Gardens, Northampton, NN5 5BG 14:50 Falcon Way, Northampton, NN4 6GT **Please note WNC will be setting a start price on this contract**

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d8a1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072643-2026
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
£1,798 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20266 days ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 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

ACTIVE NORTH CARS

Further Information

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