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title: "Digital Demand Responsive Transport Service - Flexibus"
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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Digital Demand Responsive Transport Service - Flexibus

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-07040ed0-5b19-4d36-8bac-ab5d6d115305

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Digital Demand Responsive Transport Service, known as Flexibus, has been completed. The buying organisation, East Sussex County Council (ESCC), sought to implement this service within the South East region of the United Kingdom. This contract, identified by the tender ID 12247/S04PM, falls under the industry category of public-service buses. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with the contract awarded on 26th March 2026. The total contract value is £314,438.52, and it is set to run from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, with an option to extend for an additional three years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in digital transport services to expand their operations within the public sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly suited to compete for contracts of this nature, given the suitability criteria specified by the buying organisation. The successful supplier, EAST SURREY RURAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP, underscores the potential for regional partnerships and collaborations. Engaging with such tenders allows companies to tap into the dynamic and evolving needs of public transport services, fostering growth and innovation in the sector.

## Notice

This contract (S04PM) is for the Digital Demand Responsive Transport service operated by ESCC within designated operating areas. Call off from SCC, ESCC and WSCC Public Bus DPS. Contract Length: 3 years plus 3 year potential extension option. Contract Value: PS314,438.52 (includes extension) This contract has now been awarded.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a98d7d4a-b35a-44ab-a56a-90c1ef41a557 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £314,438 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £314,438 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEWES |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 1UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EAST SURREY RURAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121100 - Public-service buses

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 14:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a98d7d4a-b35a-44ab-a56a-90c1ef41a557

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a98d7d4a-b35a-44ab-a56a-90c1ef41a557
  18th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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