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title: "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)"
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# Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bdb367cd-d536-4f65-b822-fe6f060df9d1

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is seeking bids for a taxi and multipurpose vehicle (MPV) service, specifically catering for 1-8 seats, involving transport within Wadhurst, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the transport services industry category and is currently in the tender stage with an active status. The procurement process follows a selective method via a restricted procedure. The tender period is set to conclude on 5th August 2026 at 14:00. The contract is planned to start on 2nd September 2026 and will end on 31st July 2029. Key dates to note include a publication date and the deadline for tender submission in early August 2026.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, especially those capable of providing a consistent, reliable vehicle service designed for school runs. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability clause that favours them. Companies that can offer well-maintained vehicles and demonstrate the ability to adhere to the designated route and schedule could benefit from engaging in this contract. The service required operates on a daily basis, from Monday to Friday, during school term time, offering potential long-term engagement opportunities.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 4 seat car Passenger Assistant Required: no Proposed Taxi Route: From: The Keys, Station Hill, Wadhurst, TN5 6RZ To: Wadhurst C of E Primary School, TN5 6SR Frequency: Mon-Fri Daily School Time: 08:50 - 15:20 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/06944b0b-134b-4307-a3b1-238145966a0a |
| 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 | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 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

- 3 Aug 2026 at 13:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06944b0b-134b-4307-a3b1-238145966a0a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06944b0b-134b-4307-a3b1-238145966a0a
  3rd August 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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