Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)
East Sussex County CouncilEstimated Value
Up to £0
Deadline
15 June 2026
Published
9 June 2026
Type
services
Overview
Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: No PA required. Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN31 7DN and TN31 7BW To: The Flagship School TN34 2AE Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: Mon-Fri 08:50-14:30 This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net
AI Analysis
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This is a contract to provide taxi or MPV (minibus-style vehicle with 1-8 seats) services for school transport. A school needs daily pickups and drop-offs for students between two postcodes in the TN31 area and The Flagship School in TN34, running Monday to Friday during school hours.
Requirements
- Vehicle must be a saloon or MPV with capacity for 1-8 passengers
- No Passenger Assistant (adult supervisor) required on the vehicle
- Must operate Monday to Friday only
- Must be available during school times: 08:50-14:30
- Must service routes from TN31 7DN and TN31 7BW to The Flagship School TN34 2AE
- Check full tender documents for: insurance requirements, DBS (criminal record) checks, vehicle maintenance standards, and driver qualifications
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Morning school run: Pick up students from postcodes TN31 7DN and TN31 7BW and transport to The Flagship School TN34 2AE by 08:50 start time
- Afternoon school run: Collect students from The Flagship School TN34 2AE and return to TN31 7DN and TN31 7BW after 14:30 finish time
- Operate this service every weekday (Monday-Friday) throughout the school term
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a school transport contract — expect strict punctuality requirements and safeguarding checks. The times 08:50-14:30 are when school is in session; you'll likely need to run pickups before 08:50 and drop-offs after 14:30.
- 2The two postcodes (TN31 7DN, TN31 7BW) suggest multiple pickup locations — contact the buyer to clarify exact addresses and number of students, as this affects your vehicle choice and route planning.
- 3School term only vs. year-round: The notice doesn't specify term-time only or holidays — this is crucial for your costs and staffing. Ask the buyer for the exact calendar of required working days.
- 4Look for the full tender documents on SProc.net (mentioned in the notice) — they'll contain: payment terms, contract length, insurance and liability requirements, vehicle inspection standards, and what happens if you can't operate on a day.
- 5Watch for hidden costs: fuel price changes, vehicle maintenance, breakdown cover, and whether the buyer pays for empty return journeys if pickup locations aren't on a direct route.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you own 1-2 vehicles, this is accessible — but calculate your actual costs first (fuel, insurance, vehicle depreciation, driver wages, idle time). School runs have gaps between morning and afternoon pickups; factor in whether you can use the vehicle elsewhere or will it sit idle.
- Consider partnering with other local taxi firms or transport operators to share routes and vehicles — school transport often works better as a small consortium, spreading costs and providing backup if a vehicle breaks down.
- Safeguarding is non-negotiable: Budget for DBS checks for any drivers and understand the school's expectations around child protection training. Many councils require this at tender stage.
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East Sussex County CouncilKey Dates
Published
9 June 2026
Submission deadline
15 June 2026
Notice type
Contract
Source
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