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title: "Digital Demand Responsive Transport Service - Flexibus"
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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Digital Demand Responsive Transport Service - Flexibus

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ad96f553-b261-4810-bf8a-6b3a413c19b0

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## Summary

The procurement process of a Digital Demand Responsive Transport Service, titled "Flexibus," was conducted by East Sussex County Council. This contract falls under the industry category of public-service buses and is aimed at improving transport services within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with the tender process completed and the award published on 18th May 2026. The contract, valued at £314,438.52, is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and will run until 31st March 2029, with a possible extension for an additional three years. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in public transportation services, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as indicated in the suitability criteria. With East Sussex County Council as the buyer and East Surrey Rural Transport Partnership as the awarded supplier, companies in the sector can explore potential collaborations or consider future tenders within similar frameworks. This contract marks a step towards modernising transport solutions, creating potential for technological innovation and customer-centric service delivery. Businesses specialising in digital transport solutions with a focus on demand-responsive services are well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities.

## Notice

This contract (S02AM) is for the Digital Demand Responsive Transport service operated by ESCC within designated operating areas. Call off from SCC, ESCC and WSCC Public Bus DPS. Contract Length: 3 years plus 3 year potential extension option. Contract Value: PS314,438.52 (includes extension) This contract has now been awarded.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37c07523-601f-4971-add5-37aae4df00aa |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £314,438 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £314,438 |
| 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 | EAST SURREY RURAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121100 - Public-service buses

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 14:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37c07523-601f-4971-add5-37aae4df00aa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37c07523-601f-4971-add5-37aae4df00aa
  18th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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