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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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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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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: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3047fd66-4296-4eb6-b1d8-8800a255df0a

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## Summary

The procurement process involves East Sussex County Council as the buying organisation, with the contract titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant". This procurement is in the transport services category and focuses on providing taxi and passenger assistant services for school pupils, especially those with special needs. The contract period is from 3rd September 2026 to 31st July 2029. The procurement was carried out using a selective 'restricted procedure (above threshold)' method. As of 18th June 2026, the award has been given to Southern Travel Solutions Ltd, marking the process at the award stage. The contract serves locations in the United Kingdom, specifically routes originating in the TN postcode area of East Sussex, destined for Acre Wood Primary Academy.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialised in transport services, particularly those equipped to cater to the specific needs of passengers requiring assistance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to engage, as the procurement process has considered their suitability. Companies with a strong understanding of managing transport logistics, especially in transporting children and handling special mobility requirements, will find this contract a lucrative opportunity. The awarded contract, valued at £232,408, will provide consistent work from Monday to Friday during school terms, offering stability for the supplier over the three-year duration.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 8 seat Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN3 9EE TN6 3PP TN6 3QU TN6 3FH To: Acre Wood Primary Academy Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 09:15 - 15:15 Comments for Operator: Two pupils to be picked up from TN6 3PP address, 5 pupils total One pupil has a Special Tomato EIO buggy which will need to be transported in the vehicle One PA required 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/a2d71f5a-f854-4bb3-bc46-5c5f7069c202 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £232,408 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOUTHERN TRAVEL SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2026 at 16:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2d71f5a-f854-4bb3-bc46-5c5f7069c202
- 15 May 2026 at 18:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2c0a8a0-e077-46d2-8e6f-ce3c350e79e5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2d71f5a-f854-4bb3-bc46-5c5f7069c202
  18th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2c0a8a0-e077-46d2-8e6f-ce3c350e79e5
  15th May 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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