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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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03 Jul 2026 at 13:48

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council has initiated a public procurement process under the title "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant". The tender focuses on providing transport services within the United Kingdom, specifically targeting the route from TN34 3QB, TN34 2DE to Willingdon Primary School, BN20 9RJ. This opportunity, classified under CPV code 60000000 for transport services (excluding waste transport), is currently in the Tender stage, with the tender period ending on 7th July 2026 at 11:00 AM. The procurement method being used is a restricted procedure, suitable for contracts above the threshold. Potential bidders should be aware that the contract period is set to commence on 3rd September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs in the transport services sector, particularly those that are well-equipped to handle weekday operations from Monday to Friday, coinciding with school timings. By engaging with this tender, businesses can leverage the chance to secure a long-term contract, providing transport services that require the inclusion of a passenger assistant. The selective procurement method indicates a competitive edge for businesses with proven capabilities and compliance with the specified requirements. As such, companies that focus on passenger transport and have a track record of reliable service delivery would find it advantageous to bid for this contract.

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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: MPV 06 Seat Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN34 3QB, TN34 2DE To: Willingdon Primary School, BN20 9RJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 8:55 - 15:10 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/8761673f-e048-4bd3-bbaa-8614707bb09a
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
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 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

Notice Documents

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