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B26349 Bus Service 349: Hastings - Sedlescombe - Bodiam - Sandhurst - Hawkhurst

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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29 Apr 2026 at 09:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "B26349 Bus Service 349: Hastings - Sedlescombe - Bodiam - Sandhurst - Hawkhurst" has reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded to East Kent Road Car Company Limited. Initiated by East Sussex County Council, the contract pertains to public-service buses within the services industry category. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system (DPS). The project location is primarily in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract period spans from 12th April 2026 to 7th April 2029, with a potential extension option for three additional years. The contract, with a value of £2,009,954, including its extension, was officially awarded on 27th March 2026 and published on 29th April 2026.

This tender presents prime opportunities for business growth, particularly for enterprises specialising in transportation services. Companies, especially SMEs and those involved in service provisions, would find this contract beneficial given its scope and substantial value. The contract offers scope for revenue generation through fare income paid to the Council, providing a reliable income stream for the duration of the contract. Businesses familiar with DPS processes and possessing relevant experience in serial public transport could thrive in fulfilling the contract requirements effectively. As the project aligns with regional mobility needs, local service providers in the South East can leverage their proximity to enhance service efficiency and business expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

B26349 Bus Service 349: Hastings - Sedlescombe - Bodiam - Sandhurst - Hawkhurst

Notice Description

Call off from SCC, ESCC and WSCC Public Bus DPS. Contract Length: 3 years plus 3 year potential extension option. Contract Value: PS2,009,954 (includes extension) Fare income paid to Council Contract Awarded

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8cac0fcb-4df1-46c1-8a06-9556a2646fbe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f01e3339-e017-46ee-9f33-ef6bc15074ca
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
Large

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
£2,009,954 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,009,954 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
11 Apr 2026 - 7 Apr 2029 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 1SG
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 Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EAST KENT ROAD CAR

Further Information

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