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title: "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)"
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# Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-90fb53fa-ae59-4f69-ba1f-e6c614cf84a5

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has initiated a procurement process for transport services under the title "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)." The tender, tagged as active since 30th July 2026, is currently in the tender stage, with a projected contract period from 2nd September 2026 to 31st July 2029. The procurement focuses on services to be delivered within the United Kingdom, specifically for a taxi route from Five Ash Down Chapel to Buxted CofE Primary School, with a daily frequency from Monday to Friday during school hours. The procurement is conducted via a selective, restricted procedure, with the tender period closing on 3rd August 2026. The main industry category is transport services, excluding waste transport (CPV code 60000000).

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those possessing vehicles accommodating between 1 to 8 passengers. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate. The contract’s substantial duration provides a stable income stream and the opportunity for service providers to establish long-term customer relationships. Businesses adept in managing school transport schedules and those located near East Sussex would find this opportunity particularly advantageous. Successful bidders will liaise with East Sussex County Council, providing an excellent avenue for building a portfolio catering to governmental projects.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 6+ seats Passenger Assistant Required: no Proposed Taxi Route: From: Five Ash Down Chapel Postcodes: TN22 3EX, TN22 3EY, TN22 3EZ all in the Ashengate Way estate To: Buxted CofE Primary School TN22 4BB Frequency: Mon-Fri Daily School Time: 08:55 - 15:25 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/056f9e8f-1ced-47a6-81e1-a86d4327cb35 |
| 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 | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Aug 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

- 30 Jul 2026 at 08:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/056f9e8f-1ced-47a6-81e1-a86d4327cb35

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/056f9e8f-1ced-47a6-81e1-a86d4327cb35
  30th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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