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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-d1db5285-950d-4476-9d21-15ef135b0194

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## Summary

The public procurement process for a 'Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant' service is currently in the tender stage, facilitated by East Sussex County Council. The procurement, classified under transport services (CPV code: 60000000), involves providing passenger assistance for an 8-seater vehicle on a specified route within the United Kingdom, running from various locations to St Mary's Wrestwood, TN40 2LU. The service is required from Monday to Friday during school hours, starting on 2nd September 2026 and continuing until 31st July 2029. The procurement method is a selective approach under a restricted procedure, with potential suppliers needing to submit their responses by 20th July 2026 at 10:00 BST.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector, especially those experienced in providing specialised passenger assistance, including PEG and Epilepsy support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for this contract, offering them a chance to expand their service offerings within the region. Companies that can ensure compliance with the required service specifications and possess the necessary expertise and personnel training are well-positioned to benefit from this long-term engagement with East Sussex County Council.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 8 Seater Passenger Assistant Required: 1 x PEG and Epilepsy PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN38 0AJ TN38 9BS TN38 9DG TN37 7DS To: St Marys Wrestwood, TN40 2LU Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: Mon-Thurs 08:40 to 16:00 and Fri 08:40-14:30 Comments for Operator: 1 x PEG and 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/9340f19f-f276-4993-ac3b-884cb5dc29c3 |
| 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 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 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

- 14 Jul 2026 at 16:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9340f19f-f276-4993-ac3b-884cb5dc29c3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9340f19f-f276-4993-ac3b-884cb5dc29c3
  14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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