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title: "B23166 - Bus Service 122 and 166"
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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# B23166 - Bus Service 122 and 166

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3726d3bd-d0ad-42dc-a5f7-69766acd25f1

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has recently completed the procurement process for the bus services 122 and 166. This council-funded contract falls under the industry category of public-service buses and involves services located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, emphasising a targeted approach to sourcing suppliers. The contract, awarded on 5 September 2023, signals the completion of the award stage, with an initial contract period running from 23 July 2023 to 25 April 2026. Key dates to note are the annual price reviews, indicating ongoing engagement with the supplier, COMPASS TRAVEL (SUSSEX) LTD, throughout the contract’s duration.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in providing public transportation services, specifically those specialising in bus operations. Suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, the contract’s structure and procurement methodology are designed to encourage participation from a diverse array of organisations. The dynamic purchasing system used could streamline access for smaller enterprises seeking to expand or establish operations in the public-service transport sector. Businesses looking for growth opportunities in the South East, with a focus on sustainability and service quality, will find this contract an excellent conduit for increasing their client base and enhancing service delivery.

## 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4210be92-9c8e-423d-b7ba-575483956065 |
| 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 - 20 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £776,587 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £776,587 |
| 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 10:21 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4210be92-9c8e-423d-b7ba-575483956065
- 27 Sep 2023 at 09:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4210be92-9c8e-423d-b7ba-575483956065

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4210be92-9c8e-423d-b7ba-575483956065
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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