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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-b5fd17-50b9bf78-8be2-4c98-a42b-c77c70a9bd01

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has concluded a procurement process for "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" services, falling under the transport industry category. The procurement method employed was a restricted procedure above the threshold, reflecting a selective approach. The services, involving 08-seat WAV vehicles with two trained passenger assistants, will operate from postal codes BN23 8DS, BN23 8BH to Hazel Court FE, BN21 2XF in the United Kingdom. These services are scheduled from Monday to Friday, catering specifically to wheelchair users with specific medical needs during daily school hours from 08:50 to 15:10. The contract commenced on 4th September 2026, with completion slated for 31st July 2029. The award took place on 15th July 2026, acknowledging 24x7 Ltd as the supplier.

This procurement presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in specialised transport services, particularly those aligning with medical and accessibility requirements. SMEs have a favourable chance given the suitability criteria. Companies adept in providing transportation along prescribed routes with trained staff for specialised assistance, including PEG and epilepsy training, would find this contract advantageous for business development and expansion. The contract, valued at £199,819, underlines significant market entry potential for businesses committed to high-standard service delivery in the public transport domain. The strategic positioning offered by this tender can catalyse growth for suppliers capable of meeting stringent operational and service excellence criteria.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: 08 seat WAV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes, Two PAs required. 1:1 PEG trained PA. Epilepsy and PEG trained PA Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN23 8DS, BN23 8BH To: Hazel Court FE, BN21 2XF Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:50 - 15:10 Comments for Operator: Both passengers travel in wheelchairs. 1:1 PEG trained PA required. PEG and epilepsy PA required. Passenger requiring 1:1 PA only requires Wednesday, Thursday, Friday transport. (BN23 8DS) *The PA cost must be the total cost of the 2 PAs required for this run* 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/20bb78e2-f7b1-4b82-9747-7f2c9f563115 |
| 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 | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £199,819 |
| 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 | 24X7 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2026 at 10:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20bb78e2-f7b1-4b82-9747-7f2c9f563115
- 6 Jul 2026 at 11:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2322b3a-a28d-48c9-af0e-28818ece8f9a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20bb78e2-f7b1-4b82-9747-7f2c9f563115
  15th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2322b3a-a28d-48c9-af0e-28818ece8f9a
  6th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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