To consider a 12-month term extension for the Transport for the South East technical call off contract and increase its value by £2m. The technical call off contracted was procured in July 2023 with an initial contract period of 2 years with an “allowed for modification” option to extend to a third year with an initial value of up to £4m and a further £2m additional value subject to funding. The Transport for the South East Partnership Board approved the allowed for extension in January 2025, therefore the contract currently runs from 24 July 2023 – 31 July 2026, with a value of £4m. As Transport for the South East’s requirements for technical support beyond April 2027 are uncertain, the extension of the current contract will ensure continued support to Local Transport Authorities at a time of great change, providing continuity and consistency.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure > £500,000;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 24/03/2026
Anticipated restriction: Part exempt - View reasons
Explanation of anticipated restriction:
The Contract includes original tender submissions including commercially sensitive data surrounding the rates of multiple consultant agencies.
Decision due: Between 22 Apr 2026 and 30 Apr 2026 by Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Lead director: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Department: Communities, Economy and Transport
Contact: Lewis Milligan, Project Manager Email: lewis.milligan@transportforthesoutheast.org.uk; Email: sarah.valentine@transportforthesoutheast.org.uk Email: lewis.milligan@eastsussex.gov.uk Tel: 0300 3309574, Sarah Valentine, Head of Analysis and Appraisal Email: sarah.valentine@eastsussex.gov.uk.