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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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14 Jul 2026 at 16:36

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by East Sussex County Council involves a tender for "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" services, aimed within the transport services category, excluding waste transport. This service will operate from various locations including TN34 and TN35 postcodes to St Marys Wrestwood (TN40 2LU) in the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active tender stage, with a procurement method defined as a selective approach using a restricted procedure above the threshold. Important deadlines include a tender period ending on 20th July 2026 at 10:00 BST, and the contract is set to begin on 2nd September 2026, lasting until 31st July 2029. This opportunity also highlights the need for a PEG trained passenger assistant, with operational hours stated as Monday to Friday during school times.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), capable of providing transport services along with specialised passenger assistance. With a focus on sustainable and efficient service delivery, companies experienced in education-related transport could find this tender highly advantageous. Such enterprises can leverage their existing transport infrastructure and expertise to expand their service offerings within the East Sussex region. The restricted procedure provides a level of competition that allows well-prepared firms to present their innovative solutions effectively, promoting growth and securing a long-term government contract.

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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 Seater Passenger Assistant Required: 1 x PEG trained PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN34 1RP TN34 1RG TN34 1RP TN34 3LP TN35 4AD To: St Marys Wrestwood, TN40 2LU Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: Mon-Thurs 08:40 to 16:00 and Fri 08:40-14:30 Comments for Operator: 1 x PEG 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/5932afc3-9645-4039-96c8-f775e72c14ed
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
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 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

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