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title: "B23029A - Bus Service 29"
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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# B23029A - Bus Service 29

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1d904b9c-9d2f-4fdf-a986-58b6a5a5ef29

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has awarded a contract for enhancements to Bus Service 29, funded by the Bus Services Improvement Plan (BSIP). The contract, identified as ESCC - 035729_30, involves public-service buses and is valued at £711,192.90. Initially set to run until 29th March 2025, the council has opted to utilise a one-year extension allowed in the original tender documentation, extending the contract period to 28th March 2026. The service will operate in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The award was finalised on 6th July 2023, with the contract commencing on 23rd July 2023.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the public transport sector, particularly those specialising in bus services. The long-term nature and substantial value of the contract offer a secure revenue stream, thereby fostering business growth. Companies that are well-suited to compete for such opportunities include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), which are explicitly encouraged to participate. The focus on service enhancements provides room for innovation and improvement in public transport offerings, making it an attractive prospect for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in the transportation industry.

## 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/87f85930-a6d4-445d-b447-0087ba39b343 |
| 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 | 5 Jul 2023 |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2023 - 28 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £711,192 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £711,192 |
| 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 13:52 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87f85930-a6d4-445d-b447-0087ba39b343
- 26 Sep 2023 at 14:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87f85930-a6d4-445d-b447-0087ba39b343

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87f85930-a6d4-445d-b447-0087ba39b343
  18th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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