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

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

30 Jun 2026 at 11:57

Award Notice
Tender

23 Jun 2026 at 08:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by East Sussex County Council sought the provision of taxi and MPV services for routes between TN6 3AU and Flagship School, TN34 2AE, occurring five days a week. This tender was categorised under transport services and encompassed the selective procurement method via a restricted procedure. The tender, titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)", was published on 23rd June 2026 with the contract period commencing on 29th June 2026 and concluding on 31st July 2028. The tender period closed on 26th June 2026, and the procurement process has progressed to the award stage, with the contract awarded to Miles Private Hire Limited.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for SMEs specialised in transport services, as it spans an extensive timeframe and offers predictable daily operations. Companies able to provide reliable saloon vehicle services within the specified routes would particularly benefit from this tender. Engaging in this contract not only ensures a steady flow of income but also offers the possibility of expanding service offerings, enhancing business relationships, and building a reputable standing with local authorities like East Sussex County Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: No PA required if travelling alone. Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN6 3AU To: Flagship School, TN34 2AE Frequency: 5 days a week Daily School Time: Monday to Friday 08:50-14:30 Comments: PA only needed if sharing. May be some transition days to start with. This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2d1f94c3-ac92-42f5-ad80-38de888e7e64
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82a6806e-69dc-4848-aa01-5e2931611aad
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£70,850 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MILES PRIVATE HIRE

Further Information

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