Tender

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

20 May 2026 at 15:37

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by East Sussex County Council is for a service titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant". It is categorised under transport services (excluding waste transport) with CPV code 60000000. The procurement is at the tender stage, and the method used is selective, specifically a restricted procedure above the threshold. Key dates include the tender period ending on 1st June 2026 at 11:00 AM and the contract period spanning from 8th September 2026 to 31st July 2029. This project is set in the United Kingdom, with operations primarily around locations BN20 7AB, BN21 3BL, BN21 2TJ, BN21 1XP, and the destination being Northease Manor, BN7 3EY.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, especially those capable of providing passenger assistance. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. A successful bid could lead to steady work over nearly three years, expanding the business footprint in the East Sussex region. Firms with experience in managing multiple passenger routes and providing quality passenger assistance during school hours from Monday to Friday would be well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for growth. The structured nature of the school transport schedule adds predictability and potential for long-term partnership with the local authority.

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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

Vehicle type: MPV - 6 Seater Passenger Assistant Required: Yes, PA required. Proposed Taxi Route: BN20 7AB, BN21 3BL, BN21 2TJ, BN21 1XP To: Northease Manor, BN7 3EY Frequency: Monday to Thursday 08:30-16:00 and Friday 08:30-15:00 Daily School Time: 08:15-15:50 Comments for Operator: PA required. 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/4e99228f-0c34-47a9-b083-05e5f704a450
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
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 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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