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title: "B23123 - Bus Service 123 and 145"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# B23123 - Bus Service 123 and 145

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3013a33d-1288-4392-9ef5-1b781a429c63

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## Summary

The recent procurement process conducted by East Sussex County Council has reached the Award stage, focusing on the provision of bus services. The tender titled "B23123 - Bus Service 123 and 145," classified under the public-service buses category, aims to enhance transportation services in the South East of the United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £809,316.33, was awarded on 5 September 2023 to COMPASS TRAVEL (SUSSEX) LTD, reflecting the completion of the selective procurement method involving a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract period runs from 23 July 2023 until 25 April 2026, with possibilities for extension, indicating long-term engagement opportunities for the supplier.

This contract presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the transportation sector. The set price allows for annual reviews, enabling financial optimisation while maintaining quality service delivery. Businesses with expertise in public transportation and dynamic system management are well-positioned to leverage this procurement, gaining exposure in the public sector and fostering expansion in regional transit services. This endeavour provides a platform for establishing robust partnerships with local government entities, supporting the enhancement of public service infrastructure within the strategic region of South East England.

## Notice

Council funded bus service. Value stated includes extension periods (2 years plus 2 years). End date stated is end of initial term. Subject to an annual price review. This contract has been awarded. Allowed for extension applied.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f644fa0d-902a-47bb-bbb9-2817a4cae2ba |
| 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 | 4 Sep 2023 |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2023 - 30 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £809,316 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £809,316 |
| 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 | COMPASS TRAVEL (SUSSEX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121100 - Public-service buses

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2026 at 09:33 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f644fa0d-902a-47bb-bbb9-2817a4cae2ba
- 27 Sep 2023 at 09:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f644fa0d-902a-47bb-bbb9-2817a4cae2ba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f644fa0d-902a-47bb-bbb9-2817a4cae2ba
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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