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

21 May 2026 at 10:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is conducting a procurement process titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant," within the transport services industry category. This tender relates to the provision of passenger assistant services for 8-seat vehicles along a route serving locations including TN32 5EF and ending at Broomhill Bank School, TN3 0TB, United Kingdom. The tender, currently active, uses a restricted procedure method, indicating a selective procurement process. The tender period closes on 1st June 2026 at 10:30 AM, and the services are expected to commence on 3rd September 2026, lasting until 31st July 2029. The procurement stage is set at the tender phase, highlighting the opportunity for service providers to submit their bids before the stated deadline.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for enterprises within the transport services sector. The project’s scope is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to the preference indicated by the East Sussex County Council. Businesses specialising in passenger transport services, who can comply with the vehicle and staffing requirements, particularly for school routes, are encouraged to participate. By securing this contract, companies can solidify their presence within the region and potentially open further opportunities to collaborate with county councils on future transportation projects.

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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: 8 seat Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN32 5EF TN6 1JZ TN6 1JG TN6 1HZ TN6 2TB To: Broomhill Bank school, TN3 0TB Frequency: Monday-Friday Daily School Time: 8:30-15:15 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/41cb157e-81f4-4800-9529-9a34c520acc5
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
21 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 20262 weeks to go
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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