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title: "B23073 - Bus Service 73 and 74"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1a799196-62a7-47ae-97f9-b3e02917b958"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-20"
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# B23073 - Bus Service 73 and 74

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1a799196-62a7-47ae-97f9-b3e02917b958

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has awarded the contract for the "B23073 - Bus Service 73 and 74", covering public-service buses in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This contract, worth £413,630, runs from 30th April 2023 to 25th April 2026, with the possibility of extensions for an additional four years. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. Originally published with a tender deadline on 13th January 2023, the contract has been successfully awarded to EAST KENT ROAD CAR COMPANY, LIMITED on 10th May 2023, as confirmed in the award notice published on 1st September 2023.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transportation services industry, particularly those specialising in public bus services. Companies suited for this contract include SMEs and VCSEs, given the procurement's inclusivity towards these entities. With routine increases expected from Contract Year 2, businesses can anticipate a stable revenue stream and potential growth via extensions, fostering long-term engagement with East Sussex County Council. This dynamic purchasing system approach allows for flexibility and encourages competitive offerings from qualified vendors.

## Notice

Council funded bus service (This contract has been awarded) Value stated includes extension periods (2 years plus 2 years). End date stated is end of initial term. This contract is subject to a RPIX increase from Contract Year 2 Extension applied.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3f8ef4a-08a3-4158-b79d-560aedc5737a |
| 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 | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 May 2023 |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2023 - 25 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £413,630 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £413,630 |
| 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

- 20 Apr 2026 at 09:06 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3f8ef4a-08a3-4158-b79d-560aedc5737a
- 1 Sep 2023 at 14:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3f8ef4a-08a3-4158-b79d-560aedc5737a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3f8ef4a-08a3-4158-b79d-560aedc5737a
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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