Route-Based Passenger Transport Services for Overstone Park School - 8 Seat Vehicle (Route S734)

Tender for passenger transport services operating route S734, a dedicated school transport service for Overstone Park School in Northampton. The service requires an 8-seater vehicle to provide morning and afternoon school runs, collecting and dropping passengers from multiple pickup points across Northampton. Morning departure begins at 07:46 from Cottesbrooke Gardens and arrives at Overstone Park School by 09:00. The return journey departs the school at 15:15 and completes all drop-offs by 16:32. The service is specifically designated for students with social, emotional, mental health, and communication difficulties, requiring trained staff experienced in managing these needs. Vehicles must be equipped with appropriate child seating including standard seats, 5-point harness seats, and booster seats. Driver training in seizure response procedures is required. West Northants Council will establish a starting price for this contract. Interested transport operators must demonstrate experience in special needs education transport and appropriate safeguarding credentials.