West Northamptonshire Council - Passenger Transport Services Open Framework

Location

West Northamptonshire:

Description

West Northamptonshire Council is establishing a multiple-supplier Open Framework for the provision of Passenger Transport Services. The Open Framework will be used to procure passenger transport services via Call-Off Contracts, including (but not limited to) home-to-school transport, adult social care transport, public transport support services, and other statutory or discretionary passenger transport requirements. Services will include the provision of a wide range of vehicle types, from cars and minibuses to coaches, including wheelchair accessible vehicles and services requiring Passenger Assistants. Admission to the Open Framework is assessed against minimum participation requirements only. There is no limit on the number of suppliers admitted. The process will be managed electronically using the SProc.Net platform. There is no guarantee of work or volume of work under the Framework. Call-Off Contracts will be awarded during the Framework term either by further competition or, where permitted, by direct award, in accordance with the Framework rules and applicable Call-Off documentation.

Renewal Options

Optional extension of up to 4 years.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Indicators

• This is a recurring contract.
• Options are available.
• Renewals are available.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** The submission deadline has been extended to 12:00 noon on 30 April 2026. The clarification deadline and related dates have been updated accordingly.