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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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07 Jul 2026 at 11:16

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is initiating a selective procurement process via a restricted procedure for the provision of transport services, excluding waste transport, under CPV code 60000000. The procurement concerns an active tender titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" for transporting passengers with special needs, including the requirement for two specialised passenger assistants. The services are required from September 3, 2026, through to the end of July 2029 in East Sussex, UK, specifically between several locations to Hazel Court School. The tender, currently in the tender stage, was published on 7 July 2026, with the deadline for submissions set for 13 July 2026 at 10:00 AM. This contract is suitable for SMEs and falls under the main procurement category of services.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those experienced in offering specialised passenger assistance services. Companies capable of providing vehicles that accommodate up to eight passengers and those with trained personnel to handle individuals with epilepsy and those requiring PEG support will be advantaged. The restricted procedure aims to ensure that only qualified suppliers provide these critical services, offering a stable, long-term contract, which can significantly contribute to business growth for suitable suppliers within the region. This opportunity appeals especially to small and medium enterprises looking to expand their operations in specialised transport services in the public sector.

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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: 08 seat MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes two PA's required. 1:1 epilepsy trained PA and an epilepsy and PEG trained PA Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN22 8SG, BN22 8RB, BN22 8RA, BN22 8QP To: Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:45 - 15:00 Comments for Operator: 1:1 epilepsy trained PA. Epilepsy and PEG trained PA. TUPE May Apply This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9671c01-2dcc-4c29-b8d7-3173ca79d1f2
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

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
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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