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title: "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (17+ Seat Provision)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d7b0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-30"
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# Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (17+ Seat Provision)

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d7b0

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has completed a procurement process for the 'Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (17+ Seat Provision).' This contract involves providing transport services in Northampton and surrounding areas, particularly focusing on routes serving schools during term time, Monday to Friday. The contract was initiated through a tender and is classified under the 'Transport services (excl. Waste transport)' category. The procurement method was limited, suitable for below-threshold, light-touch regimes. The contract has been awarded to Hamiltons Coaches Limited, with a pre-determined start date of 3rd September 2026, and it will run until 23rd July 2028. The contract carries a total value of £145,000 GBP and was signed on 30th July 2026.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for companies involved in the passenger transport sector. Businesses with experience in providing school transportation services or similar operations could find this contract highly rewarding. Companies capable of managing logistics and providing reliable, scheduled services are well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities. Establishing a partnership with public authorities such as West Northamptonshire Council can enhance a company's profile and open doors to additional procurement opportunities within the public sector.

## Notice

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (17+ Seat Provision) : Contract: N8 Mondays to Fridays (Term time only) Service: 690 Outbound 07:54 The Green, School Lane, Scaldwell, NN6 9LE 08:00 The White Horse, Walgrave Road, Old, NN6 9QX 08:04 Cherry Hill Bus Stop, Old, NN6 9QX 08:07 Townsend Road Bus Stop, Walgrave, NN6 9QT 08:10 War Memorial Bus Stop, Walgrave, NN6 9QF 08:13 Hannington Bus Stop, Walgrave Road, Hannington, NN6 9SX 08:18 War Memorial, Moulton Road, Holcot, NN6 9SH 08:30 Moulton School and Science College, Pound Lane, Moulton, NN3 7SD Return 15:30 Moulton School and Science College, Pound Lane, Moulton, NN3 7SD 15:42 War Memorial Bus Stop, Moulton Road, Holcot, NN6 9SH 15:47 Hannington Bus Stop, Walgrave Road, Hannington, NN6 9SX 15:50 War Memorial Bus Stop, Walgrave, NN6 9QF 15:53 Townsend Road Bus Stop, Walgrave, NN6 9QT 15:56 Cherry Hill Bus Stop, Old, NN6 9QX 16:00 The White Horse, Walgrave Road, Old, NN6 9QX 16:05 The Green, School Lane, Scaldwell, NN6 9LE The vehicles must be on site (pm) at the school by 15:25 Daily Contracted Passenger Miles: 16 daily miles **Please note WNC will be setting a start price on this contract**

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072212-2026 |
| 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 | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 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 | £145,000 |

## 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 | HAMILTONS COACHES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 30 Jul 2026 at 12:58 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072212-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072212-2026
  30th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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