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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-b5fd17-3a418b8a-49f0-4a59-9b4d-352a2e381f5a

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has initiated a public procurement process under the title "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant". The tender focuses on providing transport services within the United Kingdom, specifically targeting the route from TN34 3QB, TN34 2DE to Willingdon Primary School, BN20 9RJ. This opportunity, classified under CPV code 60000000 for transport services (excluding waste transport), is currently in the Tender stage, with the tender period ending on 7th July 2026 at 11:00 AM. The procurement method being used is a restricted procedure, suitable for contracts above the threshold. Potential bidders should be aware that the contract period is set to commence on 3rd September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs in the transport services sector, particularly those that are well-equipped to handle weekday operations from Monday to Friday, coinciding with school timings. By engaging with this tender, businesses can leverage the chance to secure a long-term contract, providing transport services that require the inclusion of a passenger assistant. The selective procurement method indicates a competitive edge for businesses with proven capabilities and compliance with the specified requirements. As such, companies that focus on passenger transport and have a track record of reliable service delivery would find it advantageous to bid for this contract.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: MPV 06 Seat Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN34 3QB, TN34 2DE To: Willingdon Primary School, BN20 9RJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 8:55 - 15:10 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/8761673f-e048-4bd3-bbaa-8614707bb09a |
| 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 | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 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

- 3 Jul 2026 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8761673f-e048-4bd3-bbaa-8614707bb09a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8761673f-e048-4bd3-bbaa-8614707bb09a
  3rd July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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