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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-b5fd17-950f7329-4d00-413e-ad1a-f3c07c6f0c01

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has initiated a public procurement process for taxi and MPV passenger assistant services, under the tender title "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant." This contract, classified under the transport services category, requires vehicle assistance across specified locations in the United Kingdom, with routes from TN31 6SU and TN31 7BD to St Marys Wrestwood, TN40 2LU. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an end date for tender submissions set for 20th July 2026. The service is scheduled to commence on 2nd September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029. This opportunity follows a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure, targeting only qualified suppliers.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transportation services to expand their portfolios. Given the requirements, businesses equipped with capable vehicles and personnel for regular school transport runs will find this opportunity particularly beneficial. The contract's multi-year duration offers sustained business growth potential and helps secure a steady income stream. Enterprises with experience in adherence to school schedules and passenger assistance roles are well-suited to compete effectively for this procurement.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 4 Seater Passenger Assistant Required: 1 x PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN31 6SU and TN31 7BD 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/720d3577-4060-4cb8-887c-74f6ba1ecf33 |
| 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 15:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/720d3577-4060-4cb8-887c-74f6ba1ecf33

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/720d3577-4060-4cb8-887c-74f6ba1ecf33
  14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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