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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-ba590c6f-d42a-4ea1-910b-2a1a10f35a72

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is currently inviting tenders for the provision of a Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant Service. This procurement falls under the Transport services industry category and involves transporting passengers from several locations within the BN postcode area to Hazel Court School in BN23 8EJ, United Kingdom. The procurement is at the tender stage with a deadline for submissions set for 13th July 2026 at 10:00 AM. The contract is expected to commence on 3rd September 2026 and will run until 31st July 2029. The process follows a restricted procedure (above threshold), which is selectively invitational, ensuring the procurement of specialized services, specifically requiring epilepsy-trained Passenger Assistants.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the transport services sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises. Companies with experience in providing passenger transport services, especially those skilled in supplying trained staff such as epilepsy-trained Passenger Assistants, are encouraged to participate. The contract offers a stable, long-term engagement over nearly three years, providing consistent business and potential for growth. Businesses based in or able to flexibly operate within the East Sussex region of the United Kingdom will find this tender particularly advantageous in expanding their services and clientele.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: 06 seat - MPV vehilce required Passenger Assistant Required: Yes, epilepsy trained PA Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN25 3TZ, BN25 3JT, BN25 3BD 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/20eab807-b162-4503-9cc3-2dd52e156cbc |
| 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 10:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20eab807-b162-4503-9cc3-2dd52e156cbc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20eab807-b162-4503-9cc3-2dd52e156cbc
  7th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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