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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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17 Jul 2026 at 09:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being managed by East Sussex County Council, seeking services under the title "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant." This tender falls under the transport services industry, specifically excluding waste transport, and is aimed at providing transportation and passenger assistance services. The services are needed for East Sussex College locations in Eastbourne, with operations expected to run from Monday to Friday during school times. The tender is currently in the active stage with a procurement method described as a restricted procedure above the threshold. Important dates include the tender period ending on 21st July 2026, and the contract commencing on 8th September 2026 and concluding on 31st July 2029.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) interested in delivering transport services. Businesses specialising in providing passenger assistance, especially for school commuting, would find this tender an appealing opportunity. The arrangement calls for providing one-on-one assistance to specific pupils, thereby suiting companies with experience in accommodating similar needs. The procurement process offers a selective route, ensuring competitive but manageable participation for capable service providers.

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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: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN9 9JB BN9 9NZ To: East Sussex College Eastbourne & East Sussex College Eastbourne Oaks House Frequency: Monday-Friday Daily School Time: 9:00-15:15 Comments for Operator: PA will be 1:1 with pupil 1 Pupil 2 - from BN9 9NZ - is currently timetabled for Wednesday-Friday This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4a69d3c6-f12f-4776-9245-626dd445007a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c6b86cb5-1613-412b-89be-eafc02ca2dd6
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
17 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 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

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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