Bus Schedule Books and Maps (Print Services)

Big Blue Bus, operating a fleet of 195 vehicles across a 58-square mile area including Santa Monica and Los Angeles, regularly updates its transit services three times a year to better meet passenger needs. These updates affect routes, stops, schedules, and service frequency. To effectively communicate these changes, the agency produces printed rider materials such as schedule books and system maps that must be clear, accurate, and accessible to a diverse audience, including those unfamiliar with public transit. The contract, issued by the Santa Monica Department of Transportation, seeks a vendor to print these materials three times annually using files provided by the agency. The vendor is tasked with delivering high-quality, consistent printed products within agreed production and delivery timelines. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of timely, professional printing services to support Big Blue Bus’s ongoing efforts to keep passengers informed about service adjustments. The contract solicitation was posted in early May 2026, with responses due by mid-May, and contact points within the agency have been designated for further communication.