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Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant

East Sussex County Council

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15 Jul 2026 at 13:12

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Tender

19 Jun 2026 at 12:37

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" was conducted by East Sussex County Council. This tender, classified under the transport services industry category, involves providing MPV vehicle services with a passenger assistant for daily school transport from specific locations in the United Kingdom to West Heath School. The procurement followed a selective method using a restricted procedure, with the tender stage ending on 26th June 2026, and the contract set to commence on 4th September 2026, concluding on 31st July 2029. The contract was awarded to Southern Travel Solutions Ltd on 3rd July 2026, for a value of £218,576.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the transport services industry, particularly those capable of providing specialised passenger assistance services. Companies with experience in operating MPVs that can accommodate particular passenger requirements, such as ensuring adequate space for passengers, would be well-suited for such opportunities. The contract supports SME participation, making it an attractive prospect for small to medium-sized enterprises aiming to expand their portfolio and secure long-term service agreements within the public sector transportation domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant

Notice Description

Tender details: Vehicle type: MPV Passenger Assistant Required: PA required - Rhys requires space around him so a slightly bigger vehicle. Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN19 7LH and TN6 2UW To: West Heath School, TN13 1SR Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: Mon-Thurs 08:30-15:30 and Fri 08:30-13:30 Comments for Operator: PA required. This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0c4905fb-c755-4a02-a3bd-4f268c3e3a8b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53038ea5-f7e5-45e7-b389-037d34b140f8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£218,576 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
4 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
East Sussex County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Postcode Area
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Southern Travel Solutions Ltd

Further Information

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