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

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Jun 2026 at 11:37

Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is inviting tenders for the provision of Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant services. This procurement falls under the transport services category, aligning with CPV code 60000000. The service involves transporting passengers from TN19 7LH and TN6 2UW to West Heath School, TN13 1SR, operating Monday to Friday within specified school hours. This tender adheres to a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure, with the tender stage currently active. Key deadlines include the tender period ending on 26th June 2026, and the contract running from 4th September 2026 to 31st July 2029.

This tender provides significant business opportunities for companies specialising in passenger transport services, particularly those prepared to accommodate specific passenger needs with appropriate vehicle sizing. The contract is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking growth through reliable, long-term service agreements. The requirement for daily school transport presents a stable and recurring service opportunity for the selected supplier, promoting consistent business revenue and the potential for long-term partnerships with East Sussex County Council.

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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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa4f93e7-db26-4615-8815-eafbce0cd418
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

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

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
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

Further Information

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