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NAICS Code· 485111

NAICS 485111: Mixed Mode Transit Systems

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating local and suburban ground passenger transit systems using more than one mode of transport over regular routes and on regular schedules within a metropolitan area and its adjacent nonurban areas. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 485111 – Mixed Mode Transit Systems encompasses the operation and maintenance of public transportation networks that integrate multiple modes of transit, such as buses, light rail, streetcars, commuter rail, and paratransit services, under a unified system framework. This sector supports the planning, procurement, and execution of interoperable transit infrastructure, including fare collection systems, real-time passenger information, vehicle maintenance facilities, and signal priority technologies.

4
Active Contracts
$15.2M
Total Obligations (12mo)
36
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
7
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
1
Median Bidders per Award
+123.4%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 485111.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 485111 – Mixed Mode Transit Systems encompasses the operation and maintenance of public transportation networks that integrate multiple modes of transit, such as buses, light rail, streetcars, commuter rail, and paratransit services, under a unified system framework. This sector supports the p...

NAICS 485111 – Mixed Mode Transit Systems encompasses the operation and maintenance of public transportation networks that integrate multiple modes of transit, such as buses, light rail, streetcars, commuter rail, and paratransit services, under a unified system framework. This sector supports the planning, procurement, and execution of interoperable transit infrastructure, including fare collection systems, real-time passenger information, vehicle maintenance facilities, and signal priority technologies. In the federal contracting landscape, this NAICS code is critical to urban mobility initiatives, infrastructure resilience programs, and environmental sustainability goals driven by federal transportation grants and state-local partnerships. While primarily administered through state and local governments, federal funding flows through agencies like the Federal Transit Administration to support capital improvements and operational enhancements. No contractor data is available to identify leading primes or small businesses in this sector, indicating a fragmented or locally concentrated contracting environment where regional operators and transit authorities may serve as primary service providers without significant federal prime contract activity. No agency data is available to identify primary federal buyers, suggesting that procurement is largely decentralized, with federal support channeled through grants rather than direct contracts for services or systems. The competitive landscape is characterized by low concentration, with opportunities concentrated in metropolitan planning organizations and state DOTs receiving federal transit funds. Contractors with expertise in integrated transit management systems, ADA-compliant paratransit logistics, and smart mobility platforms are well-positioned to engage through state-level RFPs and federally funded infrastructure programs. Emerging trends include demand for electrified fleets, contactless fare systems, and data-driven scheduling tools aligned with the National Transit Database reporting requirements.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 485111, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards
CompanyTotal AwardsContracts
WASHINGTON METROPOLITAN AREA TRANSIT AUTHORITY$15.0M28
REGIONAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY$82K2
UTAH TRANSIT AUTHORITY$58K2
MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES$27K1
TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT COMMISSION OF HAMPTON ROADS$20K1
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT$13K1
TRI-COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT OF OREGON$10K1

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 485111.

Department Of Homeland Security3 awards$8.0M
Department Of Labor1 award$1.8M
Department Of Commerce1 award$1.1M
Department Of Justice3 awards$1.1M
Department Of Health And Human Services3 awards$882K
Department Of The Treasury7 awards$801K
National Aeronautics And Space Administration6 awards$556K
Department Of Defense2 awards$489K
Department Of The Interior5 awards$188K
International Trade Commission1 award$141K

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 485111, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Usually Single-Bid

Half or more of reported awards drew exactly one bidder, usually a sign of incumbent-held work rather than an open field. · 1,733 reported awards

Median Bidders

1

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

93%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

0%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

76% of 2,268 total awards

How this code compares up the NAICS hierarchy. Parent cohorts pool every code under their prefix, so they are the steadier baseline when a 6-digit sample is thin.

Industry FamilyCompetitionMedian BiddersSingle-BidBidder MixReported Awards
485111This Code
Mixed Mode Transit Systems
Usually Single-Bid193%
1,73376% of 2,268
48511NAICS Industry
Usually Single-Bid168%
7,39286% of 8,605
4851Industry Group
Urban Transit Systems
Usually Single-Bid168%
7,39286% of 8,605
485Subsector
Fewer Bidders246%
42,72784% of 50,956
48Sector
Transportation and Warehousing
Fewer Bidders239%
398,70785% of 468,791

Bidder counts reported on past federal awards in this NAICS (USAspending). An open opportunity has no bidders yet, so this is the historical norm for similar work, not a fact about this solicitation. Not all awards report bidder counts, and fewer bidders often means incumbent-held work rather than an easier win. Federal reporting of bidder counts fell from ~96% of awards (FY2016) to ~30% (FY2018 onward); the chart shows shares of reported awards, and washed-out stretches mark years with fewer than 30 of them.

Related NAICS Codes

Industries similar to Mixed Mode Transit Systems, by shared sector, subsector, and industry group.

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485113Same Industry GroupHigh Similarity

Other Urban Transit Systems

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485119Same Industry GroupHigh Similarity

Interurban and Rural Bus Transportation

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing bus passenger transportation o...
485210Same SubsectorMedium Similarity

Taxi and Ridesharing Services

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing passenger transportation by au...
485310Same SubsectorMedium Similarity

Limousine Service

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing an array of specialty and luxu...
485320Same SubsectorMedium Similarity

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This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing buses and other motor vehicles...
485410Same SubsectorMedium Similarity

Charter Bus Industry

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing buses for charter. These esta...
485510Same SubsectorMedium Similarity

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NAICS code 485111 covers Mixed Mode Transit Systems. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating local and suburban ground passenger transit systems using more than one mode of transport over regular routes and on regular schedules within a metropolitan area and its adjacent nonurban areas. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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NAICS: 485111
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NIH TRANShare Program – SmartBenefits® Program Transit Benefit Services
Solicitation # 75N98026R00156
The National Institutes of Health is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified providers for a web-based program that manages transit benefits for employees. The selected contractor will facilitate the assignment of monthly commuting dollar values directly to employees SmarTrip cards, supporting various mass transit systems including Metrorail, Metrobus, and regional commuter services. This initiative aligns with federal mandates to promote sustainable commuting and reduce traffic congestion in the National Capital Region. The government is considering a single-award IDIQ contract structure consisting of a one-year base period with up to four one-year option periods. Interested businesses, particularly small businesses, must submit a tailored capability statement of no more than five pages by September 11, 2026. Submissions must include a summary of similar previous work, professional qualifications, and specific business information such as the UEI and SAM validation. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation for proposals.
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Traceable Shipping and LogisticsThe Department of Defense, through the ASC Commodities Division, is seeking a subcontractor for traceable shipping and logistics services to transport defense components to Kodiak, Alaska. The requirement specifies the use of non-parcel post methods, such as air freight, to ensure fast and verifiable delivery to the designated location in zip code 99619-0033. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 485111 and was posted on August 25, 2026. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of September 2, 2026.
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NAICS: 485111
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CFTC Sole Source for WMATA Transit
Solicitation # CFTCWMATA
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission intends to renew its contract with the Washington Metro Area Transit Authority for the use of the SmartBenefits transit system. This system allows the agency to enroll, withdraw, and manage employee transit benefits across multiple modes of transportation in the Greater Washington DC area. Due to the unique nature of the Metrorail and Metrobus systems, the government is pursuing this as a sole source procurement under FAR 6.103-1, as no other providers can offer the same integrated funding management and regional transit access. The proposed contract consists of one base year and four option years, totaling a five-year period of performance. While this notice is not a formal request for proposals, the government will accept written responses from capable sources until September 1, 2026, with an anticipated award date of September 10, 2026. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 485111 and is managed by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission office in Washington, DC.
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NAICS: 485111
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SmartBenefits Program
Solicitation # 75N98021D00004
The SmartBenefits Program, under solicitation 75N98021D00004, is an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity task order awarded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). The contract ensures the uninterrupted electronic distribution of transit fringe benefits to NIH employees via SmarTrip cards, supporting the NIH Transhare Program in compliance with Executive Order 13150 and the Federal Employees Clean Air Incentives Act. Due to WMATA's unique regulatory authority and proprietary infrastructure, the award was made on a non-competitive, sole-source basis under FAR 6.302-2 for unusual and compelling urgency. The contract value is estimated between 2,280,000 and 3,040,000 dollars, with a monthly rate of 380,000 dollars. The scope includes a change order to extend services through August and September 2026 to prevent a lapse in benefit distribution. Pricing is governed by the WMATA Compact, removing the requirement for certified cost or pricing data. Performance is centered in the National Capital Region, with administrative oversight managed by the NIH office in Bethesda, Maryland. Acceptance is based on system functionality and adherence to IRS transportation fringe benefit regulations.
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Commuter Bus Route Operations & MaintenanceThe Maryland Transit Administration is seeking a subcontractor for the operation and maintenance of Commuter Bus Route 203. The selected provider will be responsible for providing drivers, vehicles, and fuel, while ensuring strict adherence to scheduled routes covering approximately 48,384 annual miles. This opportunity was posted on August 11, 2026, with a response deadline of September 10, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 485111 and is managed by the state of Maryland.
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NAICS: 485111
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Fixed Route Transit Operations ManagementThe contract titled Fixed Route Transit Operations Management involves the comprehensive oversight and scheduling of fixed route bus services under the standards of the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority. Responsibilities include route planning, driver supervision, and performance monitoring to ensure consistent, safe, and efficient public transportation across the service area centered in Hyannis, Massachusetts, with a postal code of 02601. The subcontract requires strict adherence to CCRTA operational protocols and performance benchmarks, emphasizing accountability and service reliability. Submissions for this opportunity are due by August 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM, following the public posting date of July 17, 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code 485111 identifies the work as transit and ground passenger transportation. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the agency name CCRTA, and the place of performance is specifically located in Hyannis. While no set-aside provisions or point of contact details are provided, the solicitation remains open to qualified vendors able to deliver regulated fixed-route transit operations consistent with local authority requirements.
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NOI to Sole Source: WMATA Smart Benefits
Solicitation # BS0623261205
The U.S. Government, through Washington Headquarters Services under the Department of Defense, intends to award a sole source purchase order for the provision of federally permitted transit benefits to employees of the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 1901. This action supports the Mass Transportation Benefit Program by funding monthly transit subsidies for up to ten employees using WMATA’s SmartBenefits system and paper farecards across eligible regional transit services including Metrorail, Metrobus, DC Circulator, Metro-registered van pools, DASH, Ride On, Fairfax Connector, CUE, and Loudoun County Transit. The period of performance runs from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027, with funds to be added monthly via a vendor-provided and managed web portal. The estimated total value of the contract is $1,700, calculated at $170 per employee for a 12-month period. The procurement is structured as an 8(a) sole source set-aside under NAICS code 485111, reflecting intent to award to a qualified small business without competition. This Notice of Intent is not a solicitation and does not obligate the Government to award a contract; responses are accepted solely to inform the decision on competitiveness and must be submitted by July 2, 2026, via email to the designated address with a specific subject line and under a 5MB file limit, with no cost or obligation to the Government. The vendor will be responsible for managing the farecard funding portal and ensuring compliance with applicable federal statutes, including 5 U.S.C. §7905 and Executive Order 13150, while USCAAF personnel will notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative should services fail to meet requirements. No formal evaluation factors, contract clauses, or detailed administrative terms are included as this is a pre-award notice.
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Shuttle Fleet Operations and Driver ServicesThe contract requires the operation of a fare-free shuttle service connecting Moab and Arches National Park, encompassing all daily logistical functions such as vehicle dispatching, driver staffing, and scheduling to ensure consistent and reliable transportation for visitors. The contractor must coordinate closely with the National Park Service and designated on-site Transportation Liaisons to align service delivery with park requirements, visitor volume patterns, and operational safety standards. All aspects of fleet management, including driver training, vehicle maintenance oversight, and real-time communication protocols, are the responsibility of the contractor to maintain seamless service throughout the operating season. This subcontract is issued under NAICS code 485111, indicating a focus on transit and ground passenger transportation services, and is posted by the state of Utah through its BonfireHub portal. The opportunity has a response deadline of July 2, 2026, with a posting date of June 22, 2026, suggesting a short procurement window for qualified applicants. While specific details about the size or duration of the contract are not provided, the scope clearly demands a capable, responsive operator familiar with national park transportation demands and capable of managing a public-facing service with high visibility and operational precision. Performance is expected to occur in the Moab and Arches National Park region, with full accountability for compliance with federal, state, and park-specific regulations governing transit operations.
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V--WMATA SmartBenetfits - Presolicitation notice unde
Solicitation # 140D0426Q0337
The Department of the Interior’s Acquisition Services Directorate is conducting a sole-source procurement under FAR 12.201-1(2) to continue the WMATA SmartBenefits program on behalf of the U.S. Access Board, with an anticipated award date of June 1, 2026. The acquisition, identified by solicitation number 140D0426Q0337, is a time-and-materials arrangement focused on the provision and management of a digital commuter transportation benefit system that enables federal employees in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area to load transit funds onto SmarTrip cards for use across regional transit networks. The place of performance is the Washington, D.C. region, and the contract is being administered from the Interior Business Center in Herndon, Virginia, with Robert Brewer identified as the primary point of contact. The procurement is not subject to set-asides, and no contract value, pricing details, or delivery quantities are specified in the available documentation. While the scope centers on service delivery rather than physical goods, no packaging, marking, inspection, or acceptance criteria are outlined, and no formal evaluation factors, clauses, or attachments are provided in the presolicitation materials. No contracting officer, COR, or COTR information is disclosed, nor are payment instructions, accounting codes, or invoicing procedures detailed. The entity responsible for performance is WMATA, which must demonstrate authorization to deliver the service, and no socioeconomic status, size certification, or representation data is included, consistent with the sole-source nature of the award. The solicitation remains at the presolicitation stage with no submitted proposals or formal contract terms yet established.
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Fixed-Route Public Transit OperationsThis contract involves the operation and maintenance of fixed-route public transportation services in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The responsibilities include managing vehicle operations, staffing drivers, scheduling routes, ensuring safety compliance, and providing passenger services. The contract is classified under NAICS code 485111 and is issued by the Public Works Administration of New Mexico. The solicitation for this subcontract was posted on May 31, 2026, with a response deadline of July 1, 2026. Although specific details such as the solicitation number, set-aside type, and contact information are not provided, the contract focuses on sustaining efficient and safe transit services within the local community. The opportunity allows for service providers experienced in public transit operations to support the city's transportation infrastructure.
Public Works Administration

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Fixed-Route Bus OperationsThe contract seeks a qualified entity to operate scheduled fixed-route bus services in Carson City, Nevada, with responsibilities encompassing full operational oversight including driver staffing, adherence to established routes, fare collection, and ensuring passenger safety in strict compliance with Federal Transit Administration and Americans with Disabilities Act standards. The successful bidder must maintain consistent service reliability, uphold accessibility requirements, and ensure all transportation operations meet federal regulatory benchmarks for safety, equity, and efficiency. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 485111, posted on May 27, 2026, with a response deadline of July 14, 2026. It is managed by the Nevada Government Marketplace under the Nevada agency, though specific organizational details, point of contact, and exact location information are not provided. Interested parties must submit proposals through the designated online portal before the deadline to be considered for award, with performance expected to occur entirely within Carson City.
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NAICS: 485111
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Fixed-Route Transit OperationsThe contract involves the operation of fixed-route bus services within the urbanized areas of St. Tammany Parish. It includes responsibilities such as driver staffing, deployment of vehicles, managing schedules, and ensuring on-time performance of the transit services. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 485111, which pertains to urban transit systems. Issued by the St. Tammany Parish Government in Louisiana, this subcontract opportunity was posted on May 20, 2026, with a response deadline of June 25, 2026. The work location is within St. Tammany Parish, though specific city or zip code details are not provided. This contract is a key component in maintaining and improving public transportation infrastructure in the parish’s urban areas.
St. Tammany Parish Government

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