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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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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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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-b5fd17-0abfcbee-46d9-40db-bef8-bd329e4a4736

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## Summary

The East Sussex County Council is seeking to procure transport services for a Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant, with a focus on passenger assistance for school routes. This restricted procedure is categorized under transport services (excluding waste transport) and falls within the services industry category. The proposed taxi route encompasses specific locations leading to Mulberry Academy St Leonards, with service required from Monday to Friday during school hours. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions closing on 6th July 2026 at 10:00 AM. The contract commencement is scheduled for 4th September 2026 and will run until 31st July 2029. The procurement method employed is selective, indicating a restricted procedure for suppliers above a certain threshold.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the transport services sector, especially those capable of providing passenger assistance for school routes. It is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given the suitability criteria. Businesses that can offer reliable and punctual services with suitably equipped vehicles for passenger transport can leverage this opportunity to expand their service provision within the United Kingdom. Participating in this contract can aid in fostering growth and establishing long-term service relationships with a reputable public authority like the East Sussex County Council.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN38 9QJ TN40 2BU TN38 9HF To: Mulberry Academy St Leonards, TN38 8HH Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 8:45 - 15:05 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/a04ce3dd-c6dc-4af9-a2f1-4a513f114955 |
| 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 | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 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

- 2 Jul 2026 at 13:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a04ce3dd-c6dc-4af9-a2f1-4a513f114955

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a04ce3dd-c6dc-4af9-a2f1-4a513f114955
  2nd July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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