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B23143A - Bus Service 28

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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20 Apr 2026 at 10:13

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27 Sep 2023 at 09:41

Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council has awarded a contract for the "B23143A - Bus Service 28" to the Brighton and Hove Bus and Coach Company Limited, concluding the procurement process. The contract pertains to council-funded public-service buses within the South East region of the United Kingdom and has a financial value of £1,637,555.90 including extension periods. Initiated with a selective procurement method involving a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, the contract was originally awarded on 6th July 2023 and will run from 23rd July 2023 until 25th April 2026. The contracting authority is committed to supporting Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). This award has been updated on 20th April 2026, reflecting the ongoing engagement with stakeholders affected by the service.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the transit and public service industries, especially those capable of delivering efficient bus services within the specified region. With the provision for an annual price review, there exists potential for revenue growth and long-term stability. Businesses well-suited for collaboration include those with expertise in public transportation solutions, fleet management, and maintenance services. The emphasis on engagement with SMEs and VCSEs further implies openness to innovative approaches and community-focused service models, thereby fostering a competitive environment for entities seeking growth in public sector transportation initiatives.

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Notice Title

B23143A - Bus Service 28

Notice Description

Council funded bus service. Value stated includes extension periods (2 years plus 2 years). End date stated is end of initial term. Subject to an annual price review. This contract has been awarded.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-07347f4a-76bd-42ea-acfc-cee210948f11
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4779ad6d-0da7-4f24-8607-54aef6244dbd
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34121100 - Public-service buses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,637,555 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,637,555 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jul 20232 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2023 - 20 Apr 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRIGHTON AND HOVE BUS AND COACH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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