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B239004 - Digital Demand Responsive Transport - Zone 4 - Uckfield (Award of Contract)

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council has awarded the contract for the "B239004 - Digital Demand Responsive Transport - Zone 4 - Uckfield" as part of a government-funded (BSIP) scheme aimed at enhancing mobility and access within the county. The contract has been awarded to East Surrey Rural Transport Partnership, with an initial term running from 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2025, and an option for a one-year extension until 31st March 2026. This project falls under the services category, specifically public-service buses (CPV code 34121100), and will serve the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and the total contract value is £367,800.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in transportation services, particularly those with expertise in digital demand responsive transport systems. The contract's integration into the broader transport network, including connections with rail, bus services, and Mobility Hubs, offers potential for innovative solutions and improved service delivery. Businesses capable of providing efficient, responsive, and scalable transport options will find this contract particularly beneficial for expanding their market presence and demonstrating their capability in enhancing regional mobility infrastructure.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

B239004 - Digital Demand Responsive Transport - Zone 4 - Uckfield (Award of Contract)

Notice Description

Government funded (BSIP) scheme to create significant improvement in mobility and providing greater access to residents and visitors across the county. The aim is to ensure that DDRT is integrated seamlessly into the transport network, connecting with rail, conventional bus services and Mobility Hubs. 1 of 10 zones. This contract has been awarded. Additional Information End date stated is the initial term only (2 years). If the Department for Transport (DfT) agree to an extension of a further year, the contract will end on 31/03/2026. Value stated includes extension period but does not include a charge for operational mileage. This value is also gross spend and does not take into account any revenue received by the Council. As of 01st April 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 31st March 2026. There will be no changes to the specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f1ae0301-ec7c-4f48-bac2-21df72271d8c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d45fb88-1465-4f2d-a944-2753ff30b738
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
£367,800 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£367,800 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 3-4 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

EAST SURREY RURAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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