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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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27 Jul 2026 at 13:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by East Sussex County Council involves a tender titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" in the transport services industry. This tender focuses on providing a passenger assistant service for an eight-seat multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) to facilitate transport to and from Summerdown Primary School, located at BN22 9PZ, with routes originating from various locations, including BN27 3JZ and BN27 1GZ. The procurement is currently in the tender stage and follows a restricted procedure (above threshold) via a selective method. The tendering period ends on 31st July 2026 with the contract scheduled to start on 4th September 2026 and run until 31st July 2029. The procurement falls under the 'active' status, indicating that it is proceeding according to the timeline.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those equipped to provide passenger services with multi-seat vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this project especially appealing due to its suitability criteria, which support SME participation. Companies specializing in providing reliable and efficient transport services are ideally positioned to compete for this contract, offering a chance to secure extended work for a fixed period through partnership with a council authority. Engaging in this project allows businesses to potentially enhance their reputation and expand their service offerings within the public sector domain.

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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: 08 seat MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN27 3JZ, BN27 1GZ, BN27 1FL, BN27 4FB To: Summerdown Primary School, BN22 9PZ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:45 - 14:45 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/00eb2cdc-3047-4b2e-a3ac-990ff2d8cbe7
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
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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