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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: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-33afbd47-6880-489a-b2cb-059c0c76f910

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is seeking tenders for a Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant service, with the procurement process currently in the tender stage as of 15th May 2026. This service, classified under the transport services category, entails providing passenger assistance for a proposed taxi route in the United Kingdom, specifically transporting pupils to ISP Battle School in TN33 0TX. The procurement will follow a restricted procedure, appropriate for above threshold contracts, and interested suppliers must submit their tenders before the deadline of 1st June 2026 at 10:00 AM. The contract period is scheduled from 7th September 2026 to 31st August 2029, and the service will be carried out from Monday to Friday.

This opportunity provides a lucrative chance for businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, to expand into the transport services sector within the region. The selective procurement method ensures that only suitable candidates are considered, presenting a competitive but fair environment for participants. Companies offering transport solutions with passenger assistance capabilities would find this tender particularly advantageous, as it necessitates tailored services for pupils with specific needs. By engaging in this project, firms can increase their visibility and gain contracts in local government procurement.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 8 Seat Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN22 4AR TN22 5PN TN22 5LZ To: ISP Battle School, TN33 0TX Frequency: Monday-Friday Daily School Time: Mon-Thurs: 8:55-15:20 Fri: 8:55-12:30 Comments for Operator: Pupil 1 needs space around them and sat at the back away from the driver. One PA is required between the three pupils 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/d416a935-8c1a-429d-9d03-38c4310d2932 |
| 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 | 7 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 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 12:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d416a935-8c1a-429d-9d03-38c4310d2932

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d416a935-8c1a-429d-9d03-38c4310d2932
  15th May 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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