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

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

23 Jun 2026 at 08:45

Summary of the contracting process

The East Sussex County Council is conducting a procurement process for "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" services under the transport services category, with the CPV code 60000000. This tender is in the 'active' stage with the procurement method designated as a selective restricted procedure, which is above the threshold. The primary service required involves a taxi route from BN9 9EW to Hill Park School, BN41 2FU, operational Monday to Friday during school hours. Key dates for this procurement include the tender period ending on 26th June 2026 at 12:00 PM, and the contract period commencing on 3rd September 2026, ending on 31st July 2029. The services are required within the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in passenger transport services, particularly those with expertise in providing school travel solutions. Given the frequency and geographical focus of the transport route, businesses located within East Sussex and surrounding areas may find this contract particularly advantageous. The procurement requires not only suitable vehicles, such as saloons, but also competent passenger assistants, opening avenues for companies able to provide both transport and personnel solutions. Business growth can be bolstered by establishing a relationship with a local government body, enhancing future prospects and reputation within the public sector.

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Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN9 9EW To: Hill Park School, BN41 2FU Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 09:00 - 15:15 This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f275d467-7212-4e50-858b-3918ee92f8bf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3898f1c-250a-445e-bd43-b3ee518ec7be
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
23 Jun 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
26 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

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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