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title: "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)"
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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-59680580-0300-4ff1-bfa9-7574b739269d

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## Summary

The East Sussex County Council is currently in the tender stage for a public procurement contract titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)" in the services category, specifically focusing on transport services. The contract involves providing transport solutions from two locations, TN6 2NJ and TN22 5QL, to East Sussex College Lewes, BN7 2XH. The services are required from Monday to Friday, primarily during school hours. This tender adopts a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure, suitable for projects above a threshold. Interested parties must note the tender period ends on 20th July 2026, 10:00 AM, and the contract period is set from 7th September 2026 to 31st July 2029.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those experienced in facilitating accessible transport services due to the specific requirements of the passengers, including a wheelchair user. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) might find this tender particularly lucrative, given the buyer's receptiveness to SME bids, although it is less focused on voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses adept at navigating the logistical challenges of scheduled, daily transport services will find this tender suited to their expertise, providing an excellent opportunity for growth by forging a relationship with a key local government body.

## Notice

Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: No Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN6 2NJ TN22 5QL To: East Sussex College Lewes, BN7 2XH Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 9:00-15:20 Comments for Operator: Pupil 1 (from TN22 5QL) will require additional journeys due to alternative finish times on certain days: Monday and Friday PM - 16:00 finish Tuesday and Wednesday PM - 15:00 finish Wednesday - No AM journey required Thursday - No transport required Pupil 1 is a wheelchair user but can transfer from wheelchair to car seat with support. Space needed to transport wheelchair. Pupil 2 (from TN6 2NJ) does not travel on Wednesdays. 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/68cf3968-7c5c-49a4-8ee3-911369fb4178 |
| 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 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 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

- 14 Jul 2026 at 14:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68cf3968-7c5c-49a4-8ee3-911369fb4178

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68cf3968-7c5c-49a4-8ee3-911369fb4178
  14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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