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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 17:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation, East Sussex County Council, has initiated a tender process titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant". This service falls under the transport services category (CPV code 60000000) and is classified as a tender, with the current stage being active. The procurement method employed is a selective, restricted procedure suitable for contracts above threshold. Business users should note the tender period ends on 20th July 2026 at 10:00 AM, with the contract set to begin on 2nd September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029. The services are to be delivered within the United Kingdom, starting from postal code BN27 1TG to TN40 2LU, primarily focusing on school transport services. Key contact for the process is Katia Lebon, representing East Sussex County Council with further information accessible via their official website.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in transport services, specifically those catering to small passenger vehicle requirements. Companies that can provide passenger assistance services would find this especially beneficial, given the demand for daily school transportation. The procurement process is considered suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which offers a further advantage for such businesses looking to expand their footprint in public sector contracts. Engaging in this service could enhance business growth by establishing long-term partnerships with public sector organisations and becoming a recognised player in the transport services industry.

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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 PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN27 1TG 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 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/3fdd89eb-77df-4f3d-89e3-8415e09b8ac3
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
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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

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