---
title: "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d1a8"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-23"
---

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

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d1a8

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" was conducted by West Northamptonshire Council, located in Northampton, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the services industry category with a specific focus on transport services, excluding waste transport. The process used a limited competition procurement method, classified as below threshold with a light touch regime. This tender progressed to the contract award stage, with the contract being signed on 23rd July 2026. The service period commences on 3rd September 2026 and concludes on 23rd July 2028, highlighting key dates that businesses should note.

This tender provides significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in passenger transport services. The award to MS CARS, a local SME based in Northampton, exemplifies the potential for regional businesses to secure such contracts. Companies with expertise in managing small group transport, particularly those with capabilities to accommodate special needs such as ADHD, ASD, and delayed learning, would be well-suited contenders for similar future opportunities. Engaging in this contract can enhance business portfolios and establish credibility in public sector work, paving the way for further growth.

## Notice

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : S704 No PA Outbound - AM 08:31 Welford Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9UJ 09:00 - Avon Park - Butlers Leap Campus - 11 Cottage Leap, 11 Cottage Leap, Rugby, CV21 3XP Return - PM 15:00 - Avon Park - Butlers Leap Campus - 11 Cottage Leap, 11 Cottage Leap, Rugby, CV21 3XP 15:30 Welford Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9UJ * West Northants Council will set a starting price on this contract. * LW ADHD, ASD & delayed learning

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069616-2026 |
| 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 | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2026 - 23 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £49,800 |

## 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

- 23 Jul 2026 at 10:48 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069616-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069616-2026
  23rd 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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