Award of Public Bus Services Contracts B25003 and B25251 in East Sussex
East Sussex County Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Public Bus Services Contracts B25003 and B25251 in East Sussex
Awarded 30 Mar 2025
Awarded30 Mar 2025
Value£106,161.00
SupplierEast Kent Road Car Company Ltd
RegionSouth East
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Ended 7mo ago12mo term
Awarded 30 Mar 2025Expired 28 Mar 2026
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East Sussex County Council awarded a contract to East Kent Road Car Company Ltd for the provision of public bus services under contracts B25003 and B25251.
The contracts maintain service capacity for pupils using Stagecoach service 51 to attend schools in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, and sustain a higher off-peak service frequency between Eastbourne Town Centre, Compton Street, and the Meads area.
The contract value is £106,161.
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