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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-b5fd17-65c71ea1-6b78-4aee-b392-9c5768542e67

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by East Sussex County Council involves a tender titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" in the transport services industry. This tender focuses on providing a passenger assistant service for an eight-seat multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) to facilitate transport to and from Summerdown Primary School, located at BN22 9PZ, with routes originating from various locations, including BN27 3JZ and BN27 1GZ. The procurement is currently in the tender stage and follows a restricted procedure (above threshold) via a selective method. The tendering period ends on 31st July 2026 with the contract scheduled to start on 4th September 2026 and run until 31st July 2029. The procurement falls under the 'active' status, indicating that it is proceeding according to the timeline.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those equipped to provide passenger services with multi-seat vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this project especially appealing due to its suitability criteria, which support SME participation. Companies specializing in providing reliable and efficient transport services are ideally positioned to compete for this contract, offering a chance to secure extended work for a fixed period through partnership with a council authority. Engaging in this project allows businesses to potentially enhance their reputation and expand their service offerings within the public sector domain.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 08 seat MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN27 3JZ, BN27 1GZ, BN27 1FL, BN27 4FB To: Summerdown Primary School, BN22 9PZ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:45 - 14:45 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/00eb2cdc-3047-4b2e-a3ac-990ff2d8cbe7 |
| 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 | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 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

- 27 Jul 2026 at 13:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00eb2cdc-3047-4b2e-a3ac-990ff2d8cbe7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00eb2cdc-3047-4b2e-a3ac-990ff2d8cbe7
  27th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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