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title: "B361066B - Bus Service 1066: Hastings - Battle - Robertsbridge - Hawkhurst - Wadhurst - Tunbridge Wells (Sundays plus Bank Holidays)"
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# B361066B - Bus Service 1066: Hastings - Battle - Robertsbridge - Hawkhurst - Wadhurst - Tunbridge Wells (Sundays plus Bank Holidays)

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6da57ef0-cac5-4672-a387-7408eb642e83

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the provision of a public bus service titled "B361066B - Bus Service 1066," covering areas from Hastings to Tunbridge Wells, including Sundays and Bank Holidays. The procurement falls under the public-service buses industry category, with the award notice published on 29th April 2026. The contract's total value is £250,470, and it will span from 12th April 2026 to 7th April 2029, offering a potential extension option for an additional three years. Located in the South East, United Kingdom, this procurement utilised a selective method through a Dynamic Purchasing System, aimed at supporting regional public transport services. The tender transitioned from planning to award stage with all necessary contracts sealed, making this process interest for stakeholders looking to engage with public sector transport offerings.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses operating within transport services, specifically those experienced in public-service buses. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), along with voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are particularly suited to benefit from this procurement. The call-off from a Dynamic Purchasing System implies that qualified providers could gain steady revenue and expand their service areas. East Kent Road Car Company Limited, known for its large-scale operations, is the awarded supplier, showcasing the potential for significant market engagement and expansion opportunities within the region's transport sector.

## Notice

Call off from SCC, ESCC and WSCC Public Bus DPS. Contract Length: 3 years plus 3 year potential extension option. Contract Value: PS250,470 (includes extension) Fare income retained by operator Contract Awarded

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a76a8881-315e-4a6b-940a-5f94f8ed45cf |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 11 Apr 2026 - 7 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,470 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,470 |
| 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 1SG |
| 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 Bridge |
| 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

- 29 Apr 2026 at 10:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a76a8881-315e-4a6b-940a-5f94f8ed45cf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a76a8881-315e-4a6b-940a-5f94f8ed45cf
  29th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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