---
title: "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cc15"
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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-06cc15

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has awarded a contract for the "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" in the public authority - sub-central government category. Located in Northampton, this procurement process pertains to services related to transport, specifically for a service on school days only. The procurement process is in the award stage, and the contract was signed on 15th July 2026. The contract period is from 3rd September 2026 to 22nd July 2029, with an awarded value of £61,900 and conducted under a limited procurement method, indicating a below threshold, limited competition.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the transport services industry, specifically SMEs like MS CARS, which has been awarded the contract. With a focus on school transport routes, businesses capable of providing efficient, reliable, and safe passenger transport services are well-suited to compete in this sector. The local nature of the contract, serving routes within Northampton, makes it particularly appealing for regionally-based transport companies looking to expand their service offerings within sub-central government authorities.

## Notice

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : Route: N52 Mondays to Fridays (school days only) Service No: 656 WITH PA NCY 26/27 Pilton Close, Northampton, NN3 5EZ 08:04 15:51 Talan Rise, Northampton, NN3 8DD 08:09 15:46 Leyside Court, Northampton, NN3 8XT 08:13 15:42 Broomhill Crescent, Northampton, NN3 5BH 08:20 15:35 Teesdale, Northampton, NN3 5DH 08:25 15:30 Moulton School and Science College, Pound Lane, Moulton, NN3 7SD 08:40 15:15 Daily passenger milage: 12 miles **Please note WNC will be setting a start price on this contract**

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066855-2026 |
| 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 | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2026 - 22 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £61,900 |

## 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

- 15 Jul 2026 at 14:07 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066855-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066855-2026
  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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