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title: "Contract B24105 Bus Service 5"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1beb1628-88c9-4792-a121-96eafcabc735"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-20"
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# Contract B24105 Bus Service 5

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1beb1628-88c9-4792-a121-96eafcabc735

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has completed a procurement process for Contract B24105, providing a bus service funded by the Council. The contract, classified under the CPV code for public-service buses, covers the delivery in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used is a direct award under de minimis arrangements, aimed at approved DPS operators, with the contract value set at £85,880. This procurement falls within the services category and is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs. The award was announced on 9th May 2024 and published on 7th June 2024, with the contract starting on 31st March 2024 and extending until 22nd April 2028.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in public transport services, particularly those specialising in bus operations. Given the direct award method and the specific focus on SMEs and VCSEs, smaller businesses in the transport industry may find this a promising opening to engage in Council-funded services. Companies located within or capable of delivering to the South East region have an advantage, as the service location aligns with the Council's operational focus. This tender offers scope for growth by providing steady service demand and potential for longer-term contractual relations with a public-sector buyer.

## Notice

Direct Award (De minimis arrangement) of short term Council funded bus service contract to approved DPS operator. Value stated includes extension periods (2 years). End date stated is end of initial term.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36515378-e845-41b8-b4d2-3a943fe6d4a4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 May 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2024 - 22 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £85,880 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £85,880 |
| 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 11:09 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36515378-e845-41b8-b4d2-3a943fe6d4a4
- 7 Jun 2024 at 09:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36515378-e845-41b8-b4d2-3a943fe6d4a4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36515378-e845-41b8-b4d2-3a943fe6d4a4
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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