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title: "B23331B - Bus Service 331"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-abc41221-48f5-43f0-8bd0-9f3ef34dd465"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-20"
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# B23331B - Bus Service 331

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-abc41221-48f5-43f0-8bd0-9f3ef34dd465

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## Summary

The contracting process for the "B23331B - Bus Service 331" was initiated by East Sussex County Council and pertains to the provision of council-funded public-service buses in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract's value is £611,800, inclusive of extension periods, and is subject to annual price reviews. The contract commenced on 23 July 2023 and extends until 25 April 2026. As the procurement stage is complete with the award published on 27 September 2023, the supplier for this contract is COMPASS TRAVEL (SUSSEX) LTD.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in public service transport, particularly those capable of providing reliable bus services within the specified geographic area. Since the process accommodates small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), businesses in these categories may find it advantageous to engage in similar future procurement opportunities. The guaranteed revenue nature of the service ensures stable financial returns, making it a lucrative opportunity for firms in the transport industry aiming to expand their public sector contracts.

## 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. Revenue guaranteed service = Council will pay contract value minus revenue acheived. This contract has been awarded.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1712617f-615a-4b06-887c-724bbbe6d85c |
| 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 | £611,800 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £611,800 |
| 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 10:49 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1712617f-615a-4b06-887c-724bbbe6d85c
- 27 Sep 2023 at 09:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1712617f-615a-4b06-887c-724bbbe6d85c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1712617f-615a-4b06-887c-724bbbe6d85c
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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