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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-b671e4c2-c229-4d34-bb4f-590706827cb6

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by East Sussex County Council involves a tender for "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" services, aimed within the transport services category, excluding waste transport. This service will operate from various locations including TN34 and TN35 postcodes to St Marys Wrestwood (TN40 2LU) in the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active tender stage, with a procurement method defined as a selective approach using a restricted procedure above the threshold. Important deadlines include a tender period ending on 20th July 2026 at 10:00 BST, and the contract is set to begin on 2nd September 2026, lasting until 31st July 2029. This opportunity also highlights the need for a PEG trained passenger assistant, with operational hours stated as Monday to Friday during school times.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), capable of providing transport services along with specialised passenger assistance. With a focus on sustainable and efficient service delivery, companies experienced in education-related transport could find this tender highly advantageous. Such enterprises can leverage their existing transport infrastructure and expertise to expand their service offerings within the East Sussex region. The restricted procedure provides a level of competition that allows well-prepared firms to present their innovative solutions effectively, promoting growth and securing a long-term government contract.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 8 Seater Passenger Assistant Required: 1 x PEG trained PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN34 1RP TN34 1RG TN34 1RP TN34 3LP TN35 4AD 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 x PEG 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/5932afc3-9645-4039-96c8-f775e72c14ed |
| 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 16:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5932afc3-9645-4039-96c8-f775e72c14ed

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5932afc3-9645-4039-96c8-f775e72c14ed
  14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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