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title: "B23023B - Bus Service 23 Sunday"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# B23023B - Bus Service 23 Sunday

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ff9fefa6-ae93-4568-bb16-8d867f3befd2

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## Summary

The East Sussex County Council has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "B23023B - Bus Service 23 Sunday," classified under the Public-service buses industry category. This services contract, funded by the Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP), is set to enhance bus service operations in the South East region of the United Kingdom. Originally scheduled until 29th March 2025, the contract has been extended to 28th March 2026, following an agreement with the Department for Transport (DfT). The procurement method was selective, using a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and the contract period commenced on 23rd July 2023. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 13th January 2023 and the contract award on 4th August 2023, with the award notice published on 26th September 2023. 

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those experienced in public-service bus operations. With a total value of £48,894, it offers consistent revenue and the potential for a one-year extension. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, benefiting from the council’s commitment to supporting diverse business sectors. The dynamic purchasing system allows for competitive engagement, providing a fair chance for capable suppliers like the awarded EAST KENT ROAD CAR COMPANY, LIMITED to expand their market presence and contribute to regional transport improvements.

## Notice

BSIP funded bus service enhancements. This contract will run until 29th March 2025 unless the Department for Transport (DfT) agree to an extension of a further year. Value includes extension. This contract has been awarded. As of 29th March 2025, the council will utilise the 1-year extension permitted in the original tender documentation and subsequent contract letters. The extended contract will now end on 28th March 2026. There will be no changes to the specification.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12a6fa31-72f0-46f6-966b-93305ca223c5 |
| 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 | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2023 - 29 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,894 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,894 |
| 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 KENT ROAD CAR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121100 - Public-service buses

## Release History

- 28 Feb 2025 at 13:15 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12a6fa31-72f0-46f6-966b-93305ca223c5
- 26 Sep 2023 at 14:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12a6fa31-72f0-46f6-966b-93305ca223c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12a6fa31-72f0-46f6-966b-93305ca223c5
  28th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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