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Tender

29 Jun 2026 at 16:13

Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is currently in the tender stage of a public procurement process aimed at securing transport services for a taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) passenger assistant service. The contract involves transporting individuals to Cuckmere House in the United Kingdom on a consistent weekly schedule. This opportunity, classified under the CPV code 60000000 for transport services, excludes waste transport. The procurement follows a restricted procedure, requiring selective engagement above the threshold, with submissions due by 3rd July 2026. Notably, the contract is planned to start on 3rd September 2026 and run until 31st July 2029, offering a substantial engagement period for the successful bidder.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of meeting the specified vehicle capacity and staff resource requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited to apply, as the contract is tailored to their participation. The process encourages potential bidders to demonstrate comprehensive solutions that include staff training and vehicle logistics. With the added requirement for an additional round of clarification questions, businesses able to navigate complex procurement processes will be well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for growth and expansion within the public sector.

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

Proposed Taxi Route: From: See service specification To: Cuckmere House Frequency: 5 days a week Daily School Time: Primary 08:30-14:30 Secondary 09:00-15:10 Tower House 09:00-15:00 Comments for Operator: See service specification and note that due to the complex nature of this contract, bidders will need to complete a further round of clarification questions as part of the award selection criteria. As a guide to the selection criteria, vehicle capacity, staff training and staff resources will need to be demonstrated prior to contract award in July 2026. IMPORTANT: You need to submit the TOTAL DAILY COST of all routes on Sproc.net and attach a document which provides the costs per route, split by vehicle and PA. This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1daae25c-8a30-4e82-b4bc-f824ccdb8155
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c804915-cd69-4d55-bc47-6c553ee458c3
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
29 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2026Today
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
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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