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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-b5fd17-175733f4-23d3-4f8d-9e47-c6f68185515f

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is initiating a selective procurement process via a restricted procedure for the provision of transport services, excluding waste transport, under CPV code 60000000. The procurement concerns an active tender titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" for transporting passengers with special needs, including the requirement for two specialised passenger assistants. The services are required from September 3, 2026, through to the end of July 2029 in East Sussex, UK, specifically between several locations to Hazel Court School. The tender, currently in the tender stage, was published on 7 July 2026, with the deadline for submissions set for 13 July 2026 at 10:00 AM. This contract is suitable for SMEs and falls under the main procurement category of services.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those experienced in offering specialised passenger assistance services. Companies capable of providing vehicles that accommodate up to eight passengers and those with trained personnel to handle individuals with epilepsy and those requiring PEG support will be advantaged. The restricted procedure aims to ensure that only qualified suppliers provide these critical services, offering a stable, long-term contract, which can significantly contribute to business growth for suitable suppliers within the region. This opportunity appeals especially to small and medium enterprises looking to expand their operations in specialised transport services in the public sector.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: 08 seat MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes two PA's required. 1:1 epilepsy trained PA and an epilepsy and PEG trained PA Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN22 8SG, BN22 8RB, BN22 8RA, BN22 8QP To: Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:45 - 15:00 Comments for Operator: 1:1 epilepsy trained PA. Epilepsy and PEG trained PA. 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/e9671c01-2dcc-4c29-b8d7-3173ca79d1f2 |
| 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 11:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9671c01-2dcc-4c29-b8d7-3173ca79d1f2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9671c01-2dcc-4c29-b8d7-3173ca79d1f2
  7th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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