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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-b5fd17-29f66f41-06cc-43e7-8c89-2590ddb16e6b

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has initiated a tender process for a service contract entitled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant", focusing on transporting passengers to and from Brantridge School. This involves providing saloon vehicle services with a passenger assistant from specified regions (BN7 1SZ, BN9 9EZ) to the school located at RH17 6EQ. The process follows a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure (above threshold), targeting transport services within the CPV classification "Transport services (excl. Waste transport)". The deadline for tender submission is 10:00 AM on 1st June 2026, while the contract is set to commence on 3rd September 2026 and conclude by 31st July 2029. This procurement is at the tender stage and currently holds an active status.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in passenger transport services, particularly those with capabilities to provide specialised staff for passenger assistance. The contract's long-term nature and selective procurement approach suggest a competitive environment favouring businesses with proven expertise and capacity in efficiently managing school transport needs. Given that TUPE applies, entities experienced in handling transfer of staff rights will also have an advantage, highlighting the importance of experienced operators in this domain. This could be a substantial growth avenue for transportation service providers aiming to expand within the public sector, specifically in partnering with local councils such as East Sussex County Council.

## Notice

TUPE APPLIES FOR THIS TENDER Tender details: Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes. Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN7 1SZ, BN9 9EZ To: Brantridge School, RH17 6EQ Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: 09:00-14:30 and Friday 09:00-13:30 Comments for Operator: TUPE applies. ASD. 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/58297d65-797d-4078-bcb2-cc89fa6f445f |
| 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 12:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58297d65-797d-4078-bcb2-cc89fa6f445f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58297d65-797d-4078-bcb2-cc89fa6f445f
  15th May 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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