Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant
This tender closed on 16 September 2026.
- Buyer
- East Sussex County Council
- Value
- Not published
- Closed
- 16 September 2026
- Where
- Lewes, the South East
- Type
- Open tender
In plain English
East Sussex County Council needs a taxi and minibus operator with a trained passenger assistant to provide school transport for a vulnerable child with autism and behavioural needs. The service runs Tuesday and Thursday mornings only (09:00–12:00), covering a route between postcodes BN26 6FA and BN7 2XH.
What the buyer wants
• Provide a saloon taxi or MPV (1–8 seats) with a qualified, experienced passenger assistant on board • Operate on fixed days/times: Tuesday and Thursday, 09:00–12:00 • Ensure the passenger assistant can intervene safely if the child attempts to escape; provide appropriate seating and supervision • Demonstrate understanding of ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) support needs
Requirements
What could rule a small business out: This contract will disqualify most small sole traders or builders; you must hold a valid taxi/minibus operator licence, insurance, an Enhanced DBS clearance, and employ or contract a trained passenger assistant with safeguarding credentials, compliance costs and regulatory burden are high for this specialist service.
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