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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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03 Aug 2026 at 17:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" service is being conducted by East Sussex County Council, located in the UK. This tender, classified under the transport services category (CPV code: 60000000), seeks a provider for transport services involving passenger assistance, covering routes between BN27 4FW, BN26 6TX, TN21 9DB, and TN37 6LA in the UK. Key dates include the tender period ending on 7th August 2026, with the contract set to commence on 7th September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029. The procurement is in the tender stage and follows a selective procedure, intended for services above a certain threshold.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) specializing in transport services with passenger assistance. The requirement for continuity of crew and specification for a quiet operation suggest that businesses adept in service flexibility and bespoke client requirements would be well-suited. Furthermore, the contract offers a long-term opportunity, enhancing business stability and providing consistent work for suitable transport providers who can meet the criteria outlined for the service routes and operational schedules.

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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: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN27 4FW To: BN26 6TX Monday, TN21 9DB Tuesday, TN37 6LA Friday Frequency: Monday, Tuesday, Friday Daily School Time: Monday 09:00 to 11:45, Tuesday 09:00 to 15:00, Friday 11:00 to 12:00 Comments for Operator: ASD, SEMH. Continuity of crew. No loud noises This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f5b28dbf-c685-47ec-9fb1-cd9a34e9a520
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d688230-a5cc-425e-bf3c-86efc231783c
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
7 Aug 20261 day to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 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
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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

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