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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-e8a6b3c5-53e9-47c5-876f-3b3f34f6da58

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by East Sussex County Council invites tenders for the provision of transport services titled "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant." This falls under the transport services category with a CPV classification of "Transport services (excl. Waste transport)." The services are required in the United Kingdom, specifically for a proposed route from specified postcodes to St Marys Wrestwood in TN40 2LU. The tender is currently in the 'active' stage, with a procurement method classified as a "restricted procedure (above threshold)" on a selective basis. Key dates include the tender period ending on 20th July 2026 and the contract commencing on 2nd September 2026, running until 31st July 2029. This tender presents a significant opportunity for skilled operators in the transport services industry.

This contract provides a potential opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises to establish or expand their service offerings within the transport sector. Businesses experienced in providing passenger transport services, particularly those with staff trained in epilepsy care and equipped to handle wheelchair transport, would be well-suited for this tender. Given the tender's requirement for a daily service during school hours, enterprises capable of consistent and reliable transport provision in the specified locations are ideally positioned to benefit from this contractual opportunity, thereby facilitating business growth through sustained service need over the contract's duration.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 8 Seater Passenger Assistant Required: 1 x Epilepsy trained PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN35 4NP, TN34 2QB and TN32 5RP 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 epilepsy trained PA required. Wheelchair will need to fit in boot. 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/e97c1b31-c043-473c-8fa6-0729cb308b60 |
| 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 16:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e97c1b31-c043-473c-8fa6-0729cb308b60

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e97c1b31-c043-473c-8fa6-0729cb308b60
  14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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