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B23270 - Bus Service 270

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "B23270 - Bus Service 270", which falls under the industry category of public-service buses (CPV code 34121100). The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract, valued at £174,460, was awarded to Brighton and Hove Bus and Coach Company Limited. The service enhancement is funded by the Bus Services Improvement Plan (BSIP) and will cover the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract commenced on 23rd July 2023 and initially will run until 29th March 2025, with an extension to 28th March 2026 as per the allowed extension clause.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the transportation sector, particularly those specialising in public-service buses and related services. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, given the procurement's suitability for these types of enterprises. The extended contract period and the potential for further government-funded projects create a stable and profitable business growth opportunity, making it highly appealing for firms looking to expand their market presence and secure long-term contracts in the public transport sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

B23270 - Bus Service 270

Notice Description

BSIP funded bus service enhancements. This contract will run until 29th March 2025 unless the Department for Transport (DfT) agree to an extension of a further year. Value includes extension. This contract has been awarded. As of 29th March 2025, the council will utilise the 1-year extension permitted in the original tender documentation and subsequent contract letters. The extended contract will now end on 28th March 2026. There will be no changes to the specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-16341eb2-b415-481f-a1c1-2630b71be1a3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be6a8e07-1672-4bd9-8404-e041e0f5f516
Current Stage
Award
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
£174,460 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£174,460 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Sep 20232 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2023 - 28 Mar 2026 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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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