---
title: "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cc03"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-15"
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# Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cc03

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has completed the procurement process for the "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" contract, which involves a limited procurement method below the threshold. The services pertain to the transportation sector, specifically focusing on passenger transport routes within Northampton, United Kingdom. The contract runs from 4 September 2026 to 28 July 2028. This tender process has reached the award stage, with the award finalised on 15 July 2026. The main focus is on providing transport services for a route-based option with up to eight passenger seats, accommodating specific social and emotional support needs.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses operating within the transport services sector, particularly those capable of providing bespoke passenger transport solutions. Companies with expertise in handling sensitive and specialised transportation needs will find this opportunity lucrative, as demonstrated by the awarding to JAI CARS, a large-scale provider based in Northampton. Businesses with capabilities in managing and providing tailored transport services that adhere to specific schedules and routes are well-suited to engage in similar future procurement processes with West Northamptonshire Council and other public authorities.

## Notice

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : SN2112 Operator PA 8 Passenger Seats Outbound - AM 08:17 West Priors Court, Northampton, NN3 8LE 08:21 Emmanuel Gardens, Northampton, NN3 8NY 08:37 Military Road, Northampton, NN1 3EU 08:44 Wellington Street, Northampton, NN1 3NA 09:00 - Hardingstone Academy - Martins Lane, Hardingstone, NN4 6DJ Return - PM 15:00 - Hardingstone Academy - Martins Lane, Hardingstone, NN4 6DJ 15:16 Wellington Street, Northampton, NN1 3NA 15:22 Military Road, Northampton, NN1 3EU 15:38 Emmanuel Gardens, Northampton, NN3 8NY 15:42 West Priors Court, Northampton, NN3 8LE * West Northants Council will set a starting price on this contract. * TH Booster Seat - Social and emotional difficulties FS Booster Seat - Social and emotional difficulties OB Booster Seat - social and emotional difficulties PKK Booster Seat - social and emotional difficulties MK Booster Seat - social and emotional difficulties

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066804-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Sep 2026 - 28 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £64,990 |

## 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 | JAI CARS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2026 at 13:07 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066804-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066804-2026
  15th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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