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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-b5fd17-8637e569-301c-4141-9c6e-04bfeb9743f6

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is initiating a procurement process for transport services, specifically for a Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant. This opportunity, classified under the CPV code 60000000 for transport services excluding waste transport, calls for the provision of passenger assistants for a school transport service from BN21 3YA and BN21 3SN to Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ. The service is required Monday through Friday during school time, from 08:45 to 15:00. The procurement is at the tender stage, using a selective method under a restricted procedure. Interested parties should note the deadline for tender submissions is set for 13th July 2026 at 10:00 AM, with the contract period running from 3rd September 2026 to 31st July 2029. The opportunity is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses in the transport services industry, especially those with experience in providing school transportation and passenger assistant services. Given the restricted procedure, businesses with proven capabilities to meet specific requirements will have a competitive advantage. The contract's duration offers stability and potential for sustained business growth. SMEs specialising in transport services can benefit from participating, leveraging their agility and focus on service quality to secure the contract. This opportunity will also be appealing to businesses located in or near East Sussex, enhancing their local presence and contributing to regional economic development.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: 06 seat MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes, two PA's required. 1:1 PA. Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN21 3YA, BN21 3SN To: Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:45 - 15:00 Comments for Operator: Two PA's required, one PA is 1:1. 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/7bd7800e-8477-431a-8038-40417c84592a |
| 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 | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 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

- 7 Jul 2026 at 11:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bd7800e-8477-431a-8038-40417c84592a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bd7800e-8477-431a-8038-40417c84592a
  7th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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