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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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07 Jul 2026 at 11:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is seeking bids for a selective procurement process titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant." This tender falls under the transport services category, focusing specifically on providing a passenger assistant trained in epilepsy for an 8-seat MPV on a proposed taxi route to Hazel Court School in the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with key deadlines including a tender period ending on 13th July 2026 at 10:00 AM. The contract is set to commence on 3rd September 2026 and run until 31st July 2029. This opportunity, published on 7th July 2026, is operating under a restricted procedure, targeting small and medium-sized enterprises.

This tender presents a considerable opportunity for businesses operating within the transportation services industry, particularly those skilled in providing specialised passenger support. Companies that have skilled staff and prior experience in managing routes requiring a dedicated passenger assistant will be well-suited for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that focus on delivering personalised transport solutions could greatly benefit by expanding their service offerings and establishing a relationship with a reputable public institution like East Sussex County Council. This contract offers steady work over a multi-year period, enabling potential growth and stability for successful bidders.

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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: 08 seat MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes, epilepsy trained PA Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN23 6TG, BN23 7BH, BN23 7PQ, BN23 8AF To: Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:45 - 15:00 Comments for Operator: Epilepsy trained PA required. TUPE May Apply 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/4c69fdc0-217d-41ad-8d37-9c7a2d86776a
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
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

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