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title: "B23270 - Bus Service 270"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# B23270 - Bus Service 270

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-16341eb2-b415-481f-a1c1-2630b71be1a3

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be6a8e07-1672-4bd9-8404-e041e0f5f516 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Sep 2023 |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2023 - 28 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £174,460 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £174,460 |
| 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 | BRIGHTON AND HOVE BUS AND COACH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121100 - Public-service buses

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2025 at 14:02 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be6a8e07-1672-4bd9-8404-e041e0f5f516
- 27 Sep 2023 at 10:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be6a8e07-1672-4bd9-8404-e041e0f5f516

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be6a8e07-1672-4bd9-8404-e041e0f5f516
  18th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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