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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-f275d467-7212-4e50-858b-3918ee92f8bf

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## Summary

The East Sussex County Council is conducting a procurement process for "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" services under the transport services category, with the CPV code 60000000. This tender is in the 'active' stage with the procurement method designated as a selective restricted procedure, which is above the threshold. The primary service required involves a taxi route from BN9 9EW to Hill Park School, BN41 2FU, operational Monday to Friday during school hours. Key dates for this procurement include the tender period ending on 26th June 2026 at 12:00 PM, and the contract period commencing on 3rd September 2026, ending on 31st July 2029. The services are required within the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in passenger transport services, particularly those with expertise in providing school travel solutions. Given the frequency and geographical focus of the transport route, businesses located within East Sussex and surrounding areas may find this contract particularly advantageous. The procurement requires not only suitable vehicles, such as saloons, but also competent passenger assistants, opening avenues for companies able to provide both transport and personnel solutions. Business growth can be bolstered by establishing a relationship with a local government body, enhancing future prospects and reputation within the public sector.

## Notice

Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN9 9EW To: Hill Park School, BN41 2FU Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 09:00 - 15:15 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/a3898f1c-250a-445e-bd43-b3ee518ec7be |
| 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 | 23 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 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

- 23 Jun 2026 at 08:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3898f1c-250a-445e-bd43-b3ee518ec7be

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3898f1c-250a-445e-bd43-b3ee518ec7be
  23rd June 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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