---
title: "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d603"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-29"
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# Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d603

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" contract, with an award date of 29th July 2026. The contract focuses on providing transport services within Northampton, under the industry category of "Transport services (excl. Waste transport)." Using a limited competition procurement method below the threshold, the service is scheduled from 8th September 2026 to 25th October 2026, and may extend if necessary. The process, aligned with sub-central government regulations, has reached the award stage with a gross contract value of £40,000.

This tender offers opportunities for SMEs specialising in transport services, particularly those experienced in route-based passenger transit. Companies such as Northampton Premium Travel, who have been awarded this contract, represent ideal candidates for similar future opportunities. Businesses that can offer tailored transport solutions for specific routes, particularly in the educational sector with a need for child safety provisions, are well-suited to compete in this and similar contracts. The framework provides a significant chance for growth within regional transport services, enhancing business profiles and expanding service offerings in the public sector.

## Notice

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : EC-MM 1 passenger, with PA Child car seat with houdini harness, 6 seater 08:45 Flintcomb Rise, Northampton, NN3 8QX 09:15 Tiffield Academy, St Johns Road, NN12 8AA 15:30 Tiffield Academy, St Johns Road, Tiffield, NN12 8AA 16:000 Flintcomb Rise, Northampton, NN3 8QX **May be extended past October half-term if still needed**

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071525-2026 |
| 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 | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2026 - 25 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,000 |

## 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

- 29 Jul 2026 at 08:34 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071525-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071525-2026
  29th 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/

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