---
title: "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c5a8"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-07"
---

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

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c5a8

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has completed a procurement process for 'Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)', with a focus on servicing travel routes within Northampton, UK. The procurement aligns with the 'services' category, falling under the transport services excluding waste transport classification. This opportunity was orchestrated under a 'limited' procurement method, indicating a competitive but controlled tender environment. Key dates include the contract start on 3rd July 2026, and its completion on 17th July 2026, with the contract having been signed on 25th June 2026. The process reached its award stage with MS CARS being identified as the supplier, supporting intra-day transport schedules connecting local landmarks.

This tender presents notable opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the transport service industry, particularly those able to manage route-based passenger services efficiently. It offers possibilities for business growth through demonstrating service capability in public sector contracts. This specific contract, set below the threshold with a limited competition approach, encourages agile service providers who can competitively offer quality transport within local government frameworks. Enterprises with logistics, route management skills, and the ability to deliver consistent passenger services are particularly well-positioned to leverage similar opportunities within the region.

## Notice

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : EC - OFS No PA Outbound - AM 09:08 Manor Road, Moulton, Northampton, NN3 7QU 09:30 - Northampton Saints - Franklins Gardens, Northampton, NN5 5BG Return - Friday PM 14:30 - Northampton Saints - Franklins Gardens, Northampton, NN5 5BG 14:50 Oakgrove Place, East Hunsbury, Northampton, NN4 0SB * West Northants Council will set a starting price on this contract. *

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063852-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £6,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MS CARS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2026 at 15:59 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063852-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063852-2026
  7th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northampton.gov.uk/

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