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Tender

07 Jul 2026 at 10:12

Summary of the contracting process

The East Sussex County Council has initiated a tender for "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" services, classified under transport services, excluding waste transport (CPV: 60000000). This procurement process is at the tender stage, with a deadline set for 13th July 2026. The contract period extends from 3rd September 2026 to 31st July 2029. The services will cater to designated routes in the United Kingdom, specifically from TN34 2RE, TN35 5AL to Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ. This restricted procedure is above the threshold and is part of a selective procurement method.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, especially those catering to school transportation requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria outlined. Companies equipped to provide multi-passenger vehicles with passenger assistants, particularly those familiar with TUPE regulations, will find this opportunity beneficial. Businesses capable of delivering consistent day-to-day services from Monday to Friday will find this a promising avenue for growth and stability.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Tender details: Vehicle type: 06 Seat MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN34 2RE, TN35 5AL To: Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:45 - 15:00 Comments to Operator: TUPE MAY APPLY This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-150faa6c-e376-4ece-8e12-b491fc201eeb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50bcd841-b30a-458f-a94e-6f935496e7f0
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
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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