Award of Council-Funded Bus Service 261 to Compass Travel (Sussex) Ltd
East Sussex County Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Council-Funded Bus Service 261 to Compass Travel (Sussex) Ltd
Awarded 15 Jul 2023
Awarded15 Jul 2023
Value£871,202.60
SupplierCOMPASS TRAVEL (SUSSEX) LTD
RegionSouth East
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Ended 7mo ago2y 9mo term
Awarded 15 July 2023Expired 24 Apr 2026
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East Sussex County Council awarded a contract to COMPASS TRAVEL (SUSSEX) LTD for the operation of council-funded bus service 261.
The contract value of £871,202.6 includes extension periods of two years plus two years, with the stated end date marking the conclusion of the initial term.
The agreement is subject to an annual price review.
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