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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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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-07"
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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-b1120612-b9ab-4da3-9fd9-9768620c4ac6

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is the buying organisation for a tender titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant". The procurement focuses on transport services, specifically requiring a 6-seat MPV with an epilepsy-trained passenger assistant. The proposed route is from various locations in East Sussex to Hazel Court School in BN23 8EJ, operating Monday to Friday during school hours. The current procurement stage is 'Tender', with the tender period ending on 13th July 2026. The contract is set to start on 3rd September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029. This selective procurement follows a restricted procedure above threshold, giving businesses a structured entry into the process.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those with capabilities in providing specialised passenger assistance. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their services in the public sector across East Sussex. The requirement for an epilepsy-trained passenger assistant adds a niche element that could give specialised transport providers an edge in the bidding process, promoting business growth through long-term engagement with educational institutions.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: 06 Seat MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes, epilepsy trained PA Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN20 8PE, BN22 0BN To: Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:45 - 15:00 Comments for Operator: Epilepsy trained 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/b28b3e32-65df-408d-afb7-2ef5625f3371 |
| 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 10:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b28b3e32-65df-408d-afb7-2ef5625f3371

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b28b3e32-65df-408d-afb7-2ef5625f3371
  7th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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