---
title: "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d042"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-21"
---

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

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d042

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council recently concluded the procurement process for the "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" contract. This tender was aimed at securing transport services specifically within Northampton, UK, falling under the services category of the industry. The procurement process used the limited method under the light touch regime due to its below-threshold nature. The award was made on 21st July 2026 to Northampton Premium Travel, and the contract is active from 27th July 2026 until 31st March 2028. This process is in the completion stage, having been legally based on UK legislation 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in providing specialised transport services, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering route-based passenger solutions. Companies like Northampton Premium Travel, which can offer tailored transport services for passenger needs ranging from one to eight seats, are ideal candidates for such contracts. Engaging in these types of government contracts can help businesses establish a robust presence in the local transport industry, thus fostering growth and expanding their operability within the public sector. The limited competition approach implies that businesses will need to demonstrate specialised experience and service quality to succeed.

## Notice

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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068886-2026 |
| 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 | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1 |

## 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 | NORTHAMPTON PREMIUM TRAVEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2026 at 15:56 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068886-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068886-2026
  21st July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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