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title: "4 x accessible vehicle rentals"
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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# 4 x accessible vehicle rentals

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd62fa8b-8b08-472c-86f1-51559674f65e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the supply of six specialist, adapted, and accessible vehicles was carried out by East Sussex County Council. This tender, identified as "4 x accessible vehicle rentals," is part of the transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation industry category. The vehicles, essential for the Digital Demand Responsive Transport initiative, aim to safely transport vulnerable residents within the postal code BN7 1UE, covering services provided by Adult Social Care and Children's Services. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the award stage was active as of 5th January 2026. The tender period concluded on 19th September 2025, and the contract is scheduled to run from 1st February 2026 to 31st January 2031. London Hire Ltd was awarded the contract valued at £276,772.80.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the specialised vehicle supply industry, particularly those capable of meeting the requirements set by the East Sussex County Council. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would find this contract particularly suitable, given the council’s emphasis on these sectors. The opportunity not only promises significant financial gain but also provides businesses the chance to establish themselves as key suppliers for public sector needs in the region of Lewes, England. This alignment with public sector strategies can significantly bolster a business's portfolio and credibility in the market.

## Notice

Supply of 6x specialist, adapted, and accessible vehicles to support the delivery of 'Driver Only' transport contracts for the Digital Demand Responsive Transport (DDRT). The vehicles are essential for transporting vulnerable residents including those supported by Adult Social Care (ASC) and Children's Services (CS) safely and comfortably between locations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9a59233-35d9-4f67-b446-836dd858abce |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £276,772 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £276,772 |
| 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 1SG |
| 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 Bridge |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LONDON HIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2026 at 11:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9a59233-35d9-4f67-b446-836dd858abce

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9a59233-35d9-4f67-b446-836dd858abce
  5th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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