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title: "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d6b6"
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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-06d6b6

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has successfully awarded a contract for the provision of Passenger Transport Services for 2026, specifically focusing on route-based services with a 1-8 seat capacity. Situated in Northampton, this procurement falls under the services category and adheres to a light-touch regime. The process reached the award stage with completion status as of 29 July 2026. This contract, identified as SA1378879, was based on limited competition due to being below the threshold, and it involves services without the need for additional collections. The service operates on Thursdays, with specific routes outlined within Northamptonshire, starting from 1 September 2026 to 25 July 2027. Skyline Taxis Limited has been selected as the supplier for this contract, for a total gross value of £4,400 GBP.

This contract represents a valuable business opportunity for firms specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of providing reliable and efficient small-scale passenger transport solutions. Companies with existing infrastructure in the Northampton area and an understanding of local logistics will find this tender attractive, as it facilitates direct involvement with a public authority. The project's limited procurement method also indicates an emphasis on specific service criteria, encouraging niche providers to participate. Engaging in such public sector contracts aids in business growth by ensuring stable revenue streams and enhancing reputational value through public sector affiliation.

## Notice

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : EC-NW 1 passenger, Mum acting as PA (no extra collection needed) Thursdays Outbound 09:01 Hawksmoor Way, Northampton, NN5 7RF 09:30 Seeds of Change - The Acorn Centre, Little Acorn Farm, Newland Road, Walgrave, Northampton, NN6 9PZ Return 10:45 Seeds of Change - The Acorn Centre, Little Acorn Farm, Newland Road, Walgrave, Northampton, NN6 9PZ 11:12 Hawksmoor Way, Northampton, NN5 7RF

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071797-2026 |
| 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 | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2026 - 25 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £4,400 |

## 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 | SKYLINE TAXIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2026 at 14:00 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071797-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071797-2026
  29th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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