---
title: "North Northamptonshire Council - X4 Bus Service DMN 417"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cb5d"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-07-14"
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# North Northamptonshire Council - X4 Bus Service DMN 417

Buyer: NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cb5d

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## Summary

North Northamptonshire Council has completed a procurement process entitled "North Northamptonshire Council - X4 Bus Service DMN 417 - Evening Services," aimed at enhancing public road transport services in the Corby region (UKF25). This contract was initiated via a direct procurement method classified as below threshold, involving no competition. Awarded on 29th June 2026, the contract, valued at £121,520, extends until 31st March 2029. The primary supplier selected is MIDLAND RED (SOUTH) LIMITED, a large-scale firm specializing in services within the motor vehicles and public road transport services categories.

This tender opens avenues for business growth, especially for suppliers in the public transport or automotive sectors, who have the capability to offer innovative transport solutions or manage localised transportation systems effectively. Companies like large transport operators or those specialising in motor vehicle services would find this opportunity particularly suited to their expertise, owing to the nature of the services required and the geographic relevance to Northamptonshire. The direct award approach suggests that businesses with strong existing relationships with local councils or a robust track record in managing public transport services stand to benefit most.

## Notice

North Northamptonshire Council - X4 Bus Service DMN 417 - Evening Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066459-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £121,520 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | CORBY |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN17 1QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Lloyds |
| Westminster constituency | Corby and East Northamptonshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MIDLAND RED (SOUTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles
- 60112000 - Public road transport services

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2026 at 16:00 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066459-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066459-2026
  14th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.stagecoachbus.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/

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