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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-b5fd17-1daae25c-8a30-4e82-b4bc-f824ccdb8155

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is currently in the tender stage of a public procurement process aimed at securing transport services for a taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) passenger assistant service. The contract involves transporting individuals to Cuckmere House in the United Kingdom on a consistent weekly schedule. This opportunity, classified under the CPV code 60000000 for transport services, excludes waste transport. The procurement follows a restricted procedure, requiring selective engagement above the threshold, with submissions due by 3rd July 2026. Notably, the contract is planned to start on 3rd September 2026 and run until 31st July 2029, offering a substantial engagement period for the successful bidder.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of meeting the specified vehicle capacity and staff resource requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited to apply, as the contract is tailored to their participation. The process encourages potential bidders to demonstrate comprehensive solutions that include staff training and vehicle logistics. With the added requirement for an additional round of clarification questions, businesses able to navigate complex procurement processes will be well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for growth and expansion within the public sector.

## Notice

Proposed Taxi Route: From: See service specification To: Cuckmere House Frequency: 5 days a week Daily School Time: Primary 08:30-14:30 Secondary 09:00-15:10 Tower House 09:00-15:00 Comments for Operator: See service specification and note that due to the complex nature of this contract, bidders will need to complete a further round of clarification questions as part of the award selection criteria. As a guide to the selection criteria, vehicle capacity, staff training and staff resources will need to be demonstrated prior to contract award in July 2026. IMPORTANT: You need to submit the TOTAL DAILY COST of all routes on Sproc.net and attach a document which provides the costs per route, split by vehicle and PA. 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/4c804915-cd69-4d55-bc47-6c553ee458c3 |
| 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 | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 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

- 29 Jun 2026 at 16:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c804915-cd69-4d55-bc47-6c553ee458c3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c804915-cd69-4d55-bc47-6c553ee458c3
  29th June 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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