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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-b5fd17-84ebeec1-d222-4346-a398-06ff23c1d5fe

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is seeking bids for a public procurement contract titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant," classified under the transport services industry. This tender involves providing a passenger assistant and an 8-seater vehicle for school transport routes in East Sussex, United Kingdom. This selective procurement process follows a restricted procedure, and it is presently at the tender stage, with submissions accepted until 20th July 2026. The contract is set to commence on 2nd September 2026 and run until 31st July 2029. Interested parties should note that this opportunity is suitable for SMEs.

This procurement presents a notable business growth opportunity for transport service providers, particularly those specialising in passenger transport and vehicle hire. SMEs can particularly benefit from competing in this tender due to its suitability criteria. Companies experienced in school transport services with capabilities in supplying passenger assistants will find this tender well-aligned with their offerings. With the potential for a long-term contract, businesses can leverage this to establish or expand their presence in public-sector transportation within East Sussex.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: 8 Seater Passenger Assistant Required: 1 x PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN330HP, TN33 9DP, TN33 9FN and TN33 0TQ 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/b2577a20-a6e7-4a5f-b8a7-3c80676523af |
| 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 15:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2577a20-a6e7-4a5f-b8a7-3c80676523af

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2577a20-a6e7-4a5f-b8a7-3c80676523af
  14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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