---
title: "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d1d0"
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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-06d1d0

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has completed the procurement process for 'Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)' under the limited competition method, specifically designed for contracts below the threshold. This procurement falls under the services category and is guided by the legal basis outlined in the UKPGA 2023/54. The contract, identified as SA1379266, is centred in Northampton and covers regular transport services from Stradlers Close to Brookeside Day Centre, operational Monday to Friday. The contract was awarded on 23rd July 2026, with services commencing on 27th July 2026 and concluding on 31st March 2028. The main procurement category is light touch, targeting transport services with no wheelchair access requirements, and has a contract value of £26,800.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transport services. Businesses that can offer reliable, regular passenger transport solutions within Northamptonshire will find this contract ideal for growth. Securing a sub-central government contract like this can enhance a service provider's reputation and provide a stable revenue stream. Companies like TOP RANK TRANSPORT, who have successfully bid for this tender, exemplify the type of business well-suited to compete in this sector, particularly those with a footprint in the local area and expertise in route-based transport services.

## Notice

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : REF2007669 Client Name: XXXXX PA required No Wheelchair Mon - Fri (5 days) Stradlers Close, Northampton, NN4 6JE 0840 1600 Brookeside Day Centre, 24 Market Sq, NN1 2DF 0900 1530

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069672-2026 |
| 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 | 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 | £26,800 |

## 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 | TOP RANK TRANSPORT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2026 at 11:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069672-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069672-2026
  23rd July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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