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title: "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d4b4"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-28"
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# Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d4b4

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## Summary

The procurement process involves a contract awarded by West Northamptonshire Council for the provision of Passenger Transport Services, specifically for routes requiring 1-8 seat vehicles. The contract is categorised under transport services and is located in Northampton, United Kingdom. West Northamptonshire Council acted as the buyer with S CARS as the supplier. The procurement stage has progressed to the award, with the contract being signed on 28th July 2026. The service period is set to commence on 2nd September 2026 and will conclude on 23rd July 2028. The procurement method used was 'limited competition', specifically designed for contracts below a certain financial threshold, under the 'lightTouch' regime for services with special procurement rules.

This tender offers substantial potential for businesses looking to expand into public sector contracts, particularly those proficient in passenger transport services. Large businesses with experience in providing specialised transport, such as accommodating passengers with specific needs like ADHD or communication difficulties, would find this contract particularly relevant. Businesses able to offer reliable service and flexible scheduling for varied routes within Northampton are especially well-suited to benefit from this opportunity. The focus on route-based services with specific seating requirements indicates a potential niche market for businesses prepared to deliver tailored transport solutions.

## Notice

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : SN2042 8 Passenger Seats With PA Outbound - AM 07:55 Boughton Rioad, Moulton, NN3 7SG 08:00 High Street, Northampton, NN3 7SR 08:14 Campion Court, Northampton, NN3 9BW 08:14 Campion Court, Northampton, NN3 9BW 08:19 Coneywell court, Northampton, NN3 9BP 08:29 Wheatfield Road South, Northampton, NN3 2HH 08:43 - Northgate School Arts College - Queens Park Parade, Northampton, NN2 6LR 08:50 - The BeeHive - Harborough Road, Northampton, NN2 8LR Return - PM 15:00 - The BeeHive - Harborough Road, Northampton, NN2 8LR 15:07 - Northgate School Arts College - Queens Park Parade, Northampton, NN2 6LR 15:21 Wheatfield Road South, Northampton, NN3 2HH 15:31 Coneywell court, Northampton, NN3 9BP 15:36 Campion Court, Northampton, NN3 9BW 15:36 Campion Court, Northampton, NN3 9BW 15:50 High Street, Northampton, NN3 7SR 15:54 Boughton Rioad, Moulton, NN3 7SG * West Northants Council will set a starting price on this contract. * AB Speech and language diffifuclties, social and emotional difficulties GV Communication difficulties, learning difficulties JO ADHD, learning difficulties IO Communication difficulties, learning difficulties SB Communication difficulties, learning difficulties LMB Difficulties with: Social interaction; Cognition & learning; learning skill; Emotional regulation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070990-2026 |
| 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 | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 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 | £74,400 |

## 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 | S CARS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2026 at 07:00 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070990-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070990-2026
  28th 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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