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

04 Jun 2026 at 11:37

Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is inviting tenders for a contract titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" within the transportation services sector, classified under CPV code 60000000. The procurement follows a restricted procedure to comply with selective procurement methods, targeting the region of East Sussex, United Kingdom. The tendering document was published on 4th June 2026, and the deadline for submissions is set for 15th June 2026 at 10:30 AM. The service involves providing passenger assistants for taxi and MPV services destined for Northease Manor School, spanning a contract period from 8th September 2026 till 31st July 2029, with operation hours from Monday to Friday. This tender is currently in the 'Tender' stage.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in passenger transportation services, particularly those capable of providing suitable multi-purpose vehicles with trained passenger assistants. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically encouraged to apply, as indicated by the procurement's suitability provision. Companies with expertise in ensuring reliable, daily transit services within scheduled school times can leverage this opportunity to secure a multi-year contract, enhancing their business portfolio and revenue streams. Businesses located in or around East Sussex will find this tender geographically advantageous, allowing for cost-efficient operations.

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Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Vehicle type: MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes, PA required. Proposed Taxi Route: BN10 8RG, BN10 7NE, BN10 7SD, BN10 7SU and BN10 8GB To: Northease Manor School, BN7 3EY Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: Mon-Thurs 08:30-16:00 and Fri 08:30-15:00 Comments for Operator: PA Required. BN10 7SU is the afternoon pick up only. 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/0eacdfe5-be45-44e9-9e42-f999422ec9eb
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
4 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 2026Expired
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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