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title: "Minibus (10-16 seats) Passenger Assistant - Minibus (10-16 seats) Passenger Assistant"
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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Minibus (10-16 seats) Passenger Assistant - Minibus (10-16 seats) Passenger Assistant

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-157dba87-5e47-4281-b8bd-9089d3ac5707

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is inviting tenders for the provision of a passenger assistant service for minibuses seating 10-16 passengers. This procurement, classified under Transport services (excluding waste transport), is being conducted under a restricted procedure and is currently at the tender stage. The services are required to operate from specified locations in the United Kingdom to Downs View Special School, running Monday to Friday during school hours, with the contract commencing on 3rd September 2026 and concluding on 31st July 2029. The tender period closes on 1st June 2026. This service opportunity is intended for organisations proficient in providing transport services.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, especially those operating in the transport services industry. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as this contract is tailored to suit larger-scale operations within the sector. The contract involves transportation services, which include the provision of a dedicated passenger assistant, offering consistent work throughout the school terms. Businesses with expertise in pupil transport, and those familiar with the obligations that come with Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) regulations, will find this opportunity particularly well-suited to their capabilities and business strategy.

## Notice

TUPE APPLIED FOR THIS TENDER Tender details: Vehicle type: Minibus (8-16 seats) Passenger Assistant Required: 1 Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN10 8HB, BN9 0PS, BN9 0LT, BN2 8RH To: Downs View Special School, BN2 6BB Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 9:00 - 15:15 Comments for Operator: TUPE applies to this contract. 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/16c2a9e1-2907-41e7-a0f8-7c6ce55e8a35 |
| 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 | 15 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 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

- 15 May 2026 at 12:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16c2a9e1-2907-41e7-a0f8-7c6ce55e8a35

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16c2a9e1-2907-41e7-a0f8-7c6ce55e8a35
  15th May 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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