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title: "ESCC-TO-Public Bus Contract-B25003 & B25251"
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# ESCC-TO-Public Bus Contract-B25003 & B25251

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-123e66e4-d4e0-4679-8658-60a1660eae5b

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## Summary

The public procurement process, led by East Sussex County Council, has culminated in an awarded contract for the provision of public bus services under the title "ESCC-TO-Public Bus Contract-B25003 & B25251". This falls within the industry category of public-service buses (CPV: 34121100), covering the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement, which was in the 'Award' stage as of 30th April 2025, was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. Significant dates include the tender period ending on 17th January 2025, the contract period starting on 30th March 2025, and set to conclude on 28th March 2026. The total contract value is £106,161, and the contract aims to maintain and improve service levels in East Sussex, particularly for school pupils and off-peak commuters.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises, given its demonstrated suitability for SMEs. Companies with expertise in public transportation infrastructure and service delivery, particularly those experienced with dynamic purchasing systems, are well-positioned to compete and benefit from such contracts. The awarded supplier, East Kent Road Car Company Ltd, reflects the type of organisation capable of capitalising on this opportunity, suggesting that other transport service providers with a similar profile could potentially thrive through participation in similar future tenders.

## Notice

These contracts will maintain the following bus services within East Sussex: * To maintain a similar level of service capacity for pupils who currently use Stagecoach service 51 to attend schools in Tunbridge Wells (Kent). * To maintain a higher off-peak level of service frequency between Eastbourne Town centre, Compton Street and the Meads area

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b36db8c-ac59-4ac5-93bf-1a535760b154 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2025 - 28 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £106,161 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £106,161 |
| 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 KENT ROAD CAR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121100 - Public-service buses

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2025 at 08:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b36db8c-ac59-4ac5-93bf-1a535760b154

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b36db8c-ac59-4ac5-93bf-1a535760b154
  30th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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