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Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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03 Aug 2026 at 13:16

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is seeking bids for a taxi and multipurpose vehicle (MPV) service, specifically catering for 1-8 seats, involving transport within Wadhurst, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the transport services industry category and is currently in the tender stage with an active status. The procurement process follows a selective method via a restricted procedure. The tender period is set to conclude on 5th August 2026 at 14:00. The contract is planned to start on 2nd September 2026 and will end on 31st July 2029. Key dates to note include a publication date and the deadline for tender submission in early August 2026.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, especially those capable of providing a consistent, reliable vehicle service designed for school runs. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability clause that favours them. Companies that can offer well-maintained vehicles and demonstrate the ability to adhere to the designated route and schedule could benefit from engaging in this contract. The service required operates on a daily basis, from Monday to Friday, during school term time, offering potential long-term engagement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)

Notice Description

Vehicle type: 4 seat car Passenger Assistant Required: no Proposed Taxi Route: From: The Keys, Station Hill, Wadhurst, TN5 6RZ To: Wadhurst C of E Primary School, TN5 6SR Frequency: Mon-Fri Daily School Time: 08:50 - 15:20 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/06944b0b-134b-4307-a3b1-238145966a0a
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
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2026Expired
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

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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