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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 16:42

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is inviting tenders for a contract titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant". This procurement falls under the industry category of transport services, specifically excluding waste transport, indicating a focus on passenger transportation. The contract involves providing a trained passenger assistant for a taxi service operating from BN10 7JU and BN9 9FL to St Marys Wrestwood, TN40 2LU, with operations from Monday to Friday. The procurement method adopted is a selective one under a restricted procedure that is above threshold. The tender is currently active, with a tender period ending on 20th July 2026, and the contract set to commence on 2nd September 2026 and run until 31st July 2029. The buying organisation is East Sussex County Council, located at County Hall, St Anne's Crescent, Lewes, BN7 1UE, United Kingdom. The contact person is Katia Lebon, reachable via procurement@eastsussex.gov.uk.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the transportation sector, particularly those with trained personnel able to meet the specific requirements, such as epilepsy-trained passenger assistants. Companies specialising in passenger transport services that can operate in the described locations are ideal candidates for this contract. The restrictive nature of the procurement process suggests a potentially lower level of competition, making it a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio and secure long-term business with a local government entity. Businesses capable of meeting the service frequency and personnel requirements outlined in the tender could leverage this opportunity to foster business growth and enhance their reputation within the public sector market.

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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: 4 Seater Passenger Assistant Required: 1 x Epilepsy trained PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN10 7JU and BN9 9FL 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 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/eb489239-52a6-471e-a345-fdc154b05fc9
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

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