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title: "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant"
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# Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-022f702a-f05d-4a0c-ac04-5629441fc30b

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has initiated a procurement process for the provision of Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant services. This contract focuses on transport services, specifically requiring a passenger assistant trained in epilepsy. The transport will occur from BN7 2TH to Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ, operating Monday to Friday during school hours. The procurement process follows a selective method with a restricted procedure, and the tender stage is currently active. Businesses must note the tender period concludes on 10th July 2026. The contract is set to start on 3rd September 2026 and end on 31st July 2029, making this a long-term opportunity in the United Kingdom.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses within the transport service sector, especially those specialising in accessible transport solutions. SMEs with capabilities in providing wheelchair-accessible vehicles and trained personnel are particularly well-suited for this contract. The specific requirement for an epilepsy-trained passenger assistant could be appealing to businesses already experienced or those willing to expand their service offerings to include specialist training. This opportunity aligns with businesses looking to establish or expand their footprint in public sector transport services in East Sussex and nearby areas.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: WAV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes, epilepsy trained PA. Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN7 2TH To: Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:45 - 15:00 Comments for Operator: Epilepsy trained PA required. Passenger travels in Convaid Wheelchair. EZ Rider. TUPE MAY APPLY This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/177df29a-3b6d-4a89-99a3-99e9d28270d3 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEWES |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 1UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 6 Jul 2026 at 16:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/177df29a-3b6d-4a89-99a3-99e9d28270d3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/177df29a-3b6d-4a89-99a3-99e9d28270d3
  6th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

- http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk

## Provenance

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