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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-d6522d01-2ec5-496c-a055-5e80d4c1ebf8

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by East Sussex County Council for a tender titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant," which falls under the transport services industry category (CPV 60000000). This process is focused on providing passenger assistance services for taxi and MPV vehicles that can accommodate 1-8 seats. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure above the threshold. Key dates include a tender submission deadline on 13th July 2026, while the contract is set to commence on 3rd September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029. The service will operate in the United Kingdom, specifically from BN21 1UN to Hazel Court School, running Monday to Friday during school terms.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business expansion, particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing transport services. Businesses with expertise in passenger assistance and familiarity with school transport requirements would be well-positioned to compete. As it is a restricted procedure, it ensures a competitive but fair selection process, allowing companies meeting the criteria to offer value-added services tailored to the council's needs. The contract duration provides a stable revenue stream for the successful bidder, supporting long-term business growth strategies in the transport services sector.

## Notice

Tender details: Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN21 1UN To: Hazel Court School Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:35 - 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/d73fe4d9-1b04-4444-9a5e-3b33e216cba2 |
| 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 11:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d73fe4d9-1b04-4444-9a5e-3b33e216cba2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d73fe4d9-1b04-4444-9a5e-3b33e216cba2
  7th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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