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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: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b862964f-b8a4-4735-9550-e357d9b12ea1

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## Summary

The procurement process, managed by East Sussex County Council, involves the provision of taxi and MPV transport services for a passenger assistant, covering routes from BN9 9ET, BN9 9DE to Summerdown Secondary School, BN22 9PZ, from Monday to Friday during school hours. Classified under the transport services industry category, this restricted procedure tender was initially published on 27 July 2026, with the award completed on 5 August 2026. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with a contract period extending from 4 September 2026 to 31 July 2029, valued at £133,000.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transport services. The contract's duration and substantial value offer a stable income stream and potential for business expansion. Ideal contenders would be SMEs experienced in school transport logistics, capable of providing dependable passenger assistant services and maintaining rigorous service standards. Engaging in such contracts can enhance reputation and lead to further public sector opportunities.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 06 seat MPV Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN9 9ET, BN9 9DE To: Summerdown Secondary School, BN22 9PZ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 09:00 - 15:00 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/9e92ad7b-18f0-46c8-b181-fc16b5704f53 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £133,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FRENCH AND SON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2026 at 12:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e92ad7b-18f0-46c8-b181-fc16b5704f53
- 27 Jul 2026 at 09:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60fd008a-e940-48a5-9e35-ab309c847fc9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e92ad7b-18f0-46c8-b181-fc16b5704f53
  5th August 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60fd008a-e940-48a5-9e35-ab309c847fc9
  27th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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