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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-fce0f738-d938-40c8-9828-37f702e60ae4

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is inviting tenders for the provision of taxi and MPV passenger assistant services, encompassing vehicles with 1-8 seats. This procurement is classified under 'Transport services (excl. Waste transport)' and involves a specific transport route within the United Kingdom, from TN38 postcodes to St Mary's Wrestwood, TN40 2LU, to be operated Monday to Friday. The tender is currently in the 'tender' stage, with the tender period closing on 20th July 2026 at 10:00 AM. The contract is anticipated to commence on 2nd September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029. The procurement is conducted through a selective 'Restricted procedure (above threshold)', intended for services, and prioritises submission from SMEs by applying TUPE regulations where applicable.

This tender offers businesses, particularly those specialising in transport services, a significant opportunity to grow by leveraging expertise in passenger transport and customer service for daily school runs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to partake in this competition, given the procurement's suitability provisions. By obtaining this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio through long-term engagement with a reputable public sector entity, East Sussex County Council. Participation requires adherence to the specified procurement method, aligning with the Council’s expectations for quality and reliability in service delivery.

## Notice

Vehicle type: 8 Seater Passenger Assistant Required: 1 x PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN38 0SY TN38 0PD TN38 8DJ TN38 9JD 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 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/14dfa0cf-4670-4a6f-a664-5a49707bd245 |
| 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 16:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14dfa0cf-4670-4a6f-a664-5a49707bd245

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14dfa0cf-4670-4a6f-a664-5a49707bd245
  14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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