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title: "B23119 - Bus Service 119, 120, 126, 493 and 493"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# B23119 - Bus Service 119, 120, 126, 493 and 493

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-994569d4-4051-4fca-a4c6-5ba1cf8572e4

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## Summary

The procurement process led by East Sussex County Council involves the 'B23119 - Bus Service 119, 120, 126, 493 and 493' contract, classified under the CPV category for Public-service buses. This initiative covers bus services in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract spans from 30th April 2023 to 25th April 2026, with a potential extension up to 20th April 2030. An award has been made, marking this tender as complete, with a procurement method utilising a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. Key dates include the tender period ending on 13th January 2023, with the award being published on 1st September 2023. The service promises a revenue-guaranteed approach with an RPIX escalation starting from the second contract year.

This tender presents growth opportunities particularly for SMEs and VCSEs due to its suitability criteria. Businesses specialising in transportation services and public-service bus operations will find this contract advantageous. The council-funded structure ensures a stable revenue stream, making it an appealing prospect for businesses seeking to establish or expand their operations within East Sussex. Importantly, the guaranteed revenue model aligns with strategic goals for predictable cash flow, rendering it highly attractive for companies focused on growth and sustainability within the public transport sector. Success in securing future tenders could also benefit from this initial engagement with the East Sussex County Council.

## Notice

Council funded bus service (This contract has been awarded) Value stated includes extension periods (2 years plus 2 years). End date stated is end of initial term. This contract is subject to a RPIX increase from Contract Year 2. Revenue guaranteed service = Council will pay contract value minus revenue acheived. 2 year extension applied

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85cfc4d3-acee-4e8c-a460-ce917c6a65b2 |
| 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 | 3 May 2023 |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2023 - 25 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,233,069 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,233,069 |
| 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 09:23 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85cfc4d3-acee-4e8c-a460-ce917c6a65b2
- 1 Sep 2023 at 14:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85cfc4d3-acee-4e8c-a460-ce917c6a65b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85cfc4d3-acee-4e8c-a460-ce917c6a65b2
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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