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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-f5b28dbf-c685-47ec-9fb1-cd9a34e9a520

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant" service is being conducted by East Sussex County Council, located in the UK. This tender, classified under the transport services category (CPV code: 60000000), seeks a provider for transport services involving passenger assistance, covering routes between BN27 4FW, BN26 6TX, TN21 9DB, and TN37 6LA in the UK. Key dates include the tender period ending on 7th August 2026, with the contract set to commence on 7th September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029. The procurement is in the tender stage and follows a selective procedure, intended for services above a certain threshold.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) specializing in transport services with passenger assistance. The requirement for continuity of crew and specification for a quiet operation suggest that businesses adept in service flexibility and bespoke client requirements would be well-suited. Furthermore, the contract offers a long-term opportunity, enhancing business stability and providing consistent work for suitable transport providers who can meet the criteria outlined for the service routes and operational schedules.

## Notice

Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN27 4FW To: BN26 6TX Monday, TN21 9DB Tuesday, TN37 6LA Friday Frequency: Monday, Tuesday, Friday Daily School Time: Monday 09:00 to 11:45, Tuesday 09:00 to 15:00, Friday 11:00 to 12:00 Comments for Operator: ASD, SEMH. Continuity of crew. No loud noises 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/0d688230-a5cc-425e-bf3c-86efc231783c |
| 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 | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 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

- 3 Aug 2026 at 17:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d688230-a5cc-425e-bf3c-86efc231783c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d688230-a5cc-425e-bf3c-86efc231783c
  3rd August 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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