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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-b5fd17-5c4cf080-af76-421a-8c07-9aa07e93b4c6

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is initiating a procurement process titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" under the category of Transport services, excluding waste transport. The contracting process is at the tender stage with a procurement method of a restricted procedure above the threshold, which is selective in nature. The service is primarily required in the United Kingdom, with operations centred around specific routes in East Sussex. Bidding closes by 10:00 AM on 20th July 2026, and the contract period is anticipated to start on 2nd September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in transportation services to potentially secure long-term contracts, especially those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given the tender's suitability criteria. Companies with experience in providing passenger assistant services for taxi and multi-purpose vehicles with up to 8 seats could particularly benefit. By engaging in this tender process, businesses can expand their service delivery portfolio and strengthen their presence in the transport services industry in East Sussex. Additionally, understanding the specific requirements such as the daily school time schedule and the passenger assistant need could provide a competitive edge for interested enterprises.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: 8 Seater Passenger Assistant Required: 1 x PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN33 0LL and TN33 9EL To: St Marys Wrestwood, TN40 2LU Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: Mon-Thurs 08:40 to 16:00 and Fri 08:40-14:30 Comments for Operator: 1 PA required. TUPE may apply 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/d23e8511-f259-4aed-b814-df09f5379359 |
| 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 | 2 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 15:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d23e8511-f259-4aed-b814-df09f5379359

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d23e8511-f259-4aed-b814-df09f5379359
  14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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