Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant
- Buyer
- East Sussex County Council
- Value
- Not published
- Closes
- 5 November 2026
- Where
- Lewes, the South East
- Type
- Open tender
In plain English
East Sussex County Council wants a taxi firm to carry two pupils with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) from the same home address in BN23 7LH to Ropemakers Academy in BN27 1FB. The service runs Monday to Friday, with pupils collected for school and taken home between 08:30 and 14:30. A passenger assistant must travel with the pupils, and the notice does not state a contract value.
What the buyer wants
• Provide a saloon taxi or MPV (1 to 8 seats) for the daily school run on the stated route • Supply a passenger assistant to travel with the two pupils • Operate the service Monday to Friday during school times, from 08:30 to 14:30
Requirements
What could rule a small business out: A small business would most likely be ruled out if it cannot supply a suitable saloon vehicle and a passenger assistant for every school day, since the notice sets out no other conditions such as licensing, insurance or minimum turnover.
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How to bid
This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.
Where to apply
The notice doesn't name a website for bids. Ask the buyer how to apply, using the contact on the official notice.
Questions about this tender? Email the buyer at procurement@eastsussex.gov.uk.
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