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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-ce1dbf73-0151-4757-bc8a-8040f11c2179

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is seeking service providers for a contract titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" under the industry category of transport services, specifically excluding waste transport. The service area covers routes from various locations in the United Kingdom to Hazel Court School, with operations expected from Monday to Friday during regular school hours. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, and the tender closing date is set for 10th July 2026. The contract period is scheduled from 3rd September 2026 to 31st July 2029, employing a restricted procedure above the threshold, which is a selective procurement method.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) skilled in passenger transport services to grow their business. Suitable contenders are those capable of providing vehicles and passenger assistants for school transportation. The contract aligns with organisations experienced in delivering reliable and punctual transport services, ensuring the efficiency and safety of school commutes. Companies looking to expand their footprint in public sector transport contracts or strengthen their portfolio with government contracts would find this tender particularly advantageous.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 08 seas required Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN10 7BG, BN9 9TX, BN9 9TP, BN25 2HD, BN25 3UR To: Hazel Court School, BN23 8EJ Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:50 - 15:00 Comments for Operator: 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/cb68f22b-43c5-47e3-88c8-2e932d66c6fa |
| 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 | 10 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 12:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb68f22b-43c5-47e3-88c8-2e932d66c6fa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb68f22b-43c5-47e3-88c8-2e932d66c6fa
  7th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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