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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-b5fd17-26dd69a6-52a0-4b18-8d6c-37643c41d6d1

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is inviting tenders for a contract titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" within the transportation services sector, classified under CPV code 60000000. The procurement follows a restricted procedure to comply with selective procurement methods, targeting the region of East Sussex, United Kingdom. The tendering document was published on 4th June 2026, and the deadline for submissions is set for 15th June 2026 at 10:30 AM. The service involves providing passenger assistants for taxi and MPV services destined for Northease Manor School, spanning a contract period from 8th September 2026 till 31st July 2029, with operation hours from Monday to Friday. This tender is currently in the 'Tender' stage.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in passenger transportation services, particularly those capable of providing suitable multi-purpose vehicles with trained passenger assistants. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically encouraged to apply, as indicated by the procurement's suitability provision. Companies with expertise in ensuring reliable, daily transit services within scheduled school times can leverage this opportunity to secure a multi-year contract, enhancing their business portfolio and revenue streams. Businesses located in or around East Sussex will find this tender geographically advantageous, allowing for cost-efficient operations.

## Notice

Vehicle type: MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes, PA required. Proposed Taxi Route: BN10 8RG, BN10 7NE, BN10 7SD, BN10 7SU and BN10 8GB To: Northease Manor School, BN7 3EY Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: Mon-Thurs 08:30-16:00 and Fri 08:30-15:00 Comments for Operator: PA Required. BN10 7SU is the afternoon pick up only. 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/0eacdfe5-be45-44e9-9e42-f999422ec9eb |
| 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 | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 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

- 4 Jun 2026 at 11:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0eacdfe5-be45-44e9-9e42-f999422ec9eb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0eacdfe5-be45-44e9-9e42-f999422ec9eb
  4th June 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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