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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-b5fd17-5a2d2fc6-b560-4b4e-8a02-9ad8f78ffac2

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is seeking tenders for the provision of Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant services, specifically for school transport from multiple locations to Hazel Court FE, with the service operating Monday to Friday during school hours. The procurement falls under the industry category of transport services, with a focus on delivering these services within the United Kingdom. This tender is currently in the active stage, with applications concluding by 10:00 AM on 10th July 2026. The contract period is set to begin on 4th September 2026 and will run until 31st July 2029. The procurement method follows a selective, restricted procedure above the threshold, aimed at potential bidders who meet specific criteria.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses within the transport services industry, particularly those specialising in school transport and experienced in managing passenger assistant requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-positioned to benefit from this contract. The targeted focus on specific transport routes and school timings allows niche service providers to leverage their expertise in efficient operational planning, potentially fostering long-term business growth through the establishment of key partnerships with municipal bodies like East Sussex County Council.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 06 Seat Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN24 5BG, BN23 8AF, BN22 9DA To: Hazel Court FE, BN21 2XF Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:50 - 15:10 Comments for Operator: One pupil requires morning transport only (BN22 9DA). 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/4383c02c-6d17-4bdb-85df-16356463ab69 |
| 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 | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 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

- 6 Jul 2026 at 10:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4383c02c-6d17-4bdb-85df-16356463ab69

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4383c02c-6d17-4bdb-85df-16356463ab69
  6th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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