Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant
East Sussex County CouncilEstimated Value
Up to £0
Deadline
27 August 2026
Published
24 August 2026
Type
services
Overview
Vehicle type: saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN37 7EG TN40 2SE To: Headstart school Ninfield, TN33 9EG Frequency: Monday-Friday Daily School Time: 8:45-15-10 This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net
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The council is looking for a small‑business to provide a saloon‑type taxi or MPV (1‑8 seats) with a passenger assistant to transport children between two postcodes and Headstart School in Ninfield each weekday.
Requirements
- Vehicle must be a saloon type
- Passenger Assistant must be provided on board
- Service must run Monday‑Friday between 08:45 and 15:10
- Route must cover TN37 7EG to TN40 2SE and then to Headstart School, TN33 9EG
- Provider must hold a valid UK taxi/MPV licence and appropriate insurance
- Driver and assistant must have DBS checks and relevant passenger‑assist qualifications (if stated in full tender)
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Operate a taxi/MPV service on the specified route each weekday
- Provide a qualified passenger assistant for each journey
- Ensure punctual pick‑up at 08:45 and drop‑off by 15:10
- Maintain vehicle safety and cleanliness throughout the contract period
- Submit daily service logs and attendance records to the contracting authority
How to Read This Tender
- 1Check the full tender documents for exact vehicle specifications and any required licences (e.g., PCV licence)
- 2Look for sections titled ‘Scope of Work’, ‘Service Schedule’ and ‘Performance Monitoring’ – they define what you’ll be measured on
- 3Note any references to DBS checks, insurance limits and passenger‑assistant qualifications – these are mandatory compliance items
- 4Pay attention to the submission deadline and required format (e‑mail, portal upload, etc.)
- 5Beware of hidden costs such as fuel surcharge or mileage allowances that may be detailed in the pricing schedule
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you don’t own a passenger‑assistant, consider hiring a part‑time staff member or partnering with a local care provider
- Highlight any social value you bring – e.g., employing local residents or offering reduced fares for low‑income families – as many public contracts score this
- You can propose a joint venture with another small operator to meet vehicle or staffing requirements while keeping the contract manageable
Likely incumbents
Suppliers who won similar work from this buyer in the last 5 years.
- 1
24x7 Ltd
6 contracts wonlatest 27 Jul 2026ends 31 Jul 2029£4m
total awarded
- 2
Vics transport
4 contracts wonlatest 1 Jul 2026ends 31 Jul 2029£390,938
total awarded
- 3
247 Transport Solutions Ltd
3 contracts wonlatest 26 Jun 2026ends 31 Jul 2029£173,280
total awarded
- 4
Sussex Cars Association
2 contracts wonlatest 27 Jul 2026ends 31 Jul 2029£344,892
total awarded
- 5
sprint airport transfers
2 contracts wonlatest 24 Jun 2026ends 31 Jul 2029£201,340
total awarded
24x7 Ltd is the most likely incumbent based on recency and category match. To win, bidders typically need a clearly differentiated proposition or a price advantage.
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East Sussex County CouncilKey Dates
Published
24 August 2026
Submission deadline
27 August 2026
Notice type
Contract
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