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

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

05 Jun 2026 at 10:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is seeking bids for the provision of transport services, specifically for taxis and multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) with up to eight seats. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, and the main category is services under the CPV code 60000000. The service will cover a set route in the United Kingdom, running from BN10 7AH and BN10 7NE to LVS Hassocks, BN6 9HT, from Monday to Friday, with specific daily operational hours. This opportunity was published on 5th June 2026, and interested parties have until 15th June 2026, 10:00 AM to submit their bids. The contract period spans from 3rd September 2026 to 31st July 2029, and the procurement is conducted using a restricted procedure for tenders above the threshold.

This tender presents an exceptional opportunity for growth for transport service providers, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that are equipped to handle regular school transport operations. The selective procurement method ensures that only qualified suppliers are considered, fostering a competitive environment suitable for businesses experienced in the transport sector. The need for consistent and reliable services means businesses capable of adhering to strict schedules and managing potential increases in pupil numbers will find this contract particularly rewarding. With a focus on consistency and location-specific services, companies specialising in regional transport and those looking to expand their portfolios in government contracts stand to benefit significantly.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Vehicle type: 8 seats Passenger Assistant Required: No PA required. Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN10 7AH, BN10 7NE To: LVS Hassocks, BN6 9HT Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: 09:00-16:00 and Friday 09:00-14:30 Comments for Operator: Pupil numbers may increase This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cd339406-89a3-45b9-927a-3b43a15bb6ed
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c167518b-c0ee-4976-8a7e-761908df0b40
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
5 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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