Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)
This tender closed on 15 October 2026.
- Buyer
- East Sussex County Council
- Value
- Not published
- Closed
- 15 October 2026
- Where
- Lewes, the South East
- Type
- Open tender
In plain English
East Sussex County Council is looking for a taxi or MPV (minibus with 1-8 seats) to provide school transport. The vehicle will pick up and drop off passengers between postcode BN23 8JZ and Headstart School (TN33 9EG), running Monday to Friday during school hours (08:45–15:10).
What the buyer wants
• Provide a reliable saloon or multi-passenger vehicle (1–8 seats) for regular school transport • Operate the route Monday–Friday, term-time, between the specified locations • No passenger assistant required, driver only
Requirements
What could rule a small business out: You must hold a PCV licence or taxi licence. This is a legal requirement for passenger transport in the UK and cannot be waived. If you don't already have one, you cannot bid. Additionally, your vehicle must be roadworthy and insured for commercial passenger use, and you must pass an Enhanced DBS check.
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