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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-b5fd17-150faa6c-e376-4ece-8e12-b491fc201eeb

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## Summary

The East Sussex County Council has initiated a tender for "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" services, classified under transport services, excluding waste transport (CPV: 60000000). This procurement process is at the tender stage, with a deadline set for 13th July 2026. The contract period extends from 3rd September 2026 to 31st July 2029. The services will cater to designated routes in the United Kingdom, specifically from TN34 2RE, TN35 5AL to Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ. This restricted procedure is above the threshold and is part of a selective procurement method.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, especially those catering to school transportation requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria outlined. Companies equipped to provide multi-passenger vehicles with passenger assistants, particularly those familiar with TUPE regulations, will find this opportunity beneficial. Businesses capable of delivering consistent day-to-day services from Monday to Friday will find this a promising avenue for growth and stability.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: 06 Seat MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN34 2RE, TN35 5AL To: Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:45 - 15:00 Comments to Operator: 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/50bcd841-b30a-458f-a94e-6f935496e7f0 |
| 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 | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 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

- 7 Jul 2026 at 10:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50bcd841-b30a-458f-a94e-6f935496e7f0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50bcd841-b30a-458f-a94e-6f935496e7f0
  7th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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