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title: "B26029 - Bus Service 29: Uckfield - Crowborough - Tunbridge Wells"
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# B26029 - Bus Service 29: Uckfield - Crowborough - Tunbridge Wells

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c0f4c366-7584-4d46-947c-bd8fa4280abf

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "B26029 - Bus Service 29: Uckfield - Crowborough - Tunbridge Wells," has been completed under the management of East Sussex County Council. This contract falls within the public-service buses category (CPV code 34121100) and focuses on services within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with the award stage concluded on 10 March 2026. The contract, awarded to BRIGHTON & HOVE BUS AND COACH COMPANY LIMITED, spans from 12 April 2026 to 7 April 2029, including a possible three-year extension and is valued at £390,322. Fare income is retained by the operator, enhancing the financial attractiveness of the contract.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the transport sector, especially those providing bus services. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are considered suitable for engaging with this contract, due to the procurement method encouraging diverse business participation. This award not only underscores the chance for sustained revenue through operations but also positions the supplier to benefit from retaining fare income, which is advantageous for enhancing service offerings and improving local connectivity in East Sussex.

## Notice

Call off from SCC, ESCC and WSCC Public Bus DPS. Contract Length: 3 years plus 3 year potential extension option. Contract Value: PS390,322 (includes extension) Subject to RPIX Fare income retained by operator Contract Awarded

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2380b52-9a2b-490b-9ac3-942ca8a87b5b |
| 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 | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 11 Apr 2026 - 7 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £390,322 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £390,322 |
| 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 | BRIGHTON & HOVE BUS AND COACH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121100 - Public-service buses

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 12:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2380b52-9a2b-490b-9ac3-942ca8a87b5b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2380b52-9a2b-490b-9ac3-942ca8a87b5b
  27th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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