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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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Award

14 Jul 2026 at 12:14

Award Notice
Tender

29 Jun 2026 at 09:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council has awarded a contract for the provision of transport services, specifically a Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant service. This opportunity, classified under the CPV code for transport services excluding waste transport, involves routes from BN8 5GS to East Sussex Academy in Hailsham, operational from Monday to Friday with a varied schedule. The procurement was conducted through a selective, restricted procedure above the threshold and is in the award stage. The contract has commenced from 6th July 2026 and will conclude on 31st July 2028. Notably, the process included a tender period ending on 2nd July 2026, and the awarded contract is valued at £72,900, with French and Son Ltd being the successful supplier.

This tender represents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises as it specifically flagged suitability for such businesses. Companies specialising in passenger transport services, particularly those offering tailored and reliable taxi services, would find this contract advantageous for expanding their reach within East Sussex. The need for a passenger assistant emphasises a commitment to high service levels, making it ideal for businesses prioritising customer care and operational excellence in the public transport sector. This is a strategic chance for similar SMEs to align with public sector demands and improve their service portfolios.

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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: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN8 5GS To: East Sussex Academy, Hailsham BN27 3NW Frequency: 14:00-15:00 Mon-Thu 12:00-13:00 Fridays Comments for Operator: Timetable may change This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b5025ee2-48fa-40f9-9f4b-132967aaefd5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a67a521a-3495-4c06-96e4-213812a6b264
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£72,900 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRENCH AND SON LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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