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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-b5025ee2-48fa-40f9-9f4b-132967aaefd5

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has initiated a tender process for the provision of taxi and MPV passenger assistant services, aimed at transporting passengers from BN8 5GS to East Sussex Academy in Hailsham, with frequency spanning Monday through Friday. This service falls under the industry category of transport services, with a specific focus on saloon vehicles requiring passenger assistants. The tender is currently active and is being conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure above threshold. The tender period concludes on 2nd July 2026 at 10:30 AM, with the contract set to commence on 6th July 2026, continuing through to 31st July 2028. The procurement is designed to accommodate SMEs, facilitating smaller enterprises to engage effectively.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those equipped with saloon vehicles and capable of providing passenger assistance. It is an opportunity for SMEs in the transport sector to expand their operations by collaborating with a local government body on a long-term contract. Businesses that are flexible and can adjust to potential changes in timetabling might find this contract particularly appealing. Engaging in this procurement could lead to steady, reliable work, enhancing reputational standing and growth within the transport industry in the United Kingdom.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN8 5GS To: East Sussex Academy, Hailsham BN27 3NW Frequency: 14:00-15:00 Mon-Thu 12:00-13:00 Fridays Comments for Operator: Timetable may change 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/01a357db-0a6b-4c77-a143-8a9aa7a85429 |
| 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 | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| 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

- 29 Jun 2026 at 08:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01a357db-0a6b-4c77-a143-8a9aa7a85429

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01a357db-0a6b-4c77-a143-8a9aa7a85429
  29th June 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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