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NAICS Code· 485510

NAICS 485510: Charter Bus Industry

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing buses for charter. These establishments provide bus services to meet customers' road transportation needs and generally do not operate over fixed routes and on regular schedules. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 485510 – Charter Bus Industry encompasses the provision of scheduled and on-demand passenger transportation services using chartered motor coaches and buses, primarily for non-scheduled, non-urban transit purposes. This sector supports government mobility requirements for personnel transport, ceremonial events, training deployments, and logistical support across military installations, federal facilities, and remote operational sites.

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NAICS code 485510 covers Charter Bus Industry. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing buses for charter. These establishments provide bus services to meet customers' road transportation needs and generally do not operate over fixed routes and on regular schedules. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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Activity/Mini-Bus TransportationThis subcontract for Activity/Mini-Bus Transportation involves providing passenger transportation services for prime contractors working on Richmond Public Schools projects. The scope of work includes executing local, regional, and long-distance trips utilizing activity or mini-buses with a seating capacity of 24 to 28 passengers to ensure the safe transport of students and staff. Qualified providers must possess at least two years of experience and maintain strict adherence to DOT audit standards. Mandatory requirements include $5 million in automobile liability insurance, and all drivers must successfully pass drug screenings and criminal background checks. The solicitation was posted on October 8, 2026, with a response deadline of November 19, 2026.
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Mid-Size Coach TransportationThis subcontract for Mid-Size Coach Transportation involves providing passenger transportation services for prime contractors working on Richmond Public Schools projects. The scope of work includes executing local, regional, and long-distance trips utilizing mid-size coaches with a seating capacity of 36 to 40 passengers to ensure the safe transport of students and staff. Eligible providers must possess at least two years of experience and maintain strict adherence to DOT audit standards. Mandatory requirements include $5 million in automobile liability insurance, as well as criminal background and drug screenings for all drivers. The solicitation was posted on October 8, 2026, with a response deadline of November 19, 2026.
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Full-Size Charter Bus TransportationThis subcontract for Full-Size Charter Bus Transportation involves providing passenger transportation services for prime contractors working on Richmond Public Schools projects. The scope of work includes executing local, regional, and long-distance trips utilizing 55-passenger charter buses that must be equipped with cellular phones or two-way radios to ensure the safe transport of students and staff. Qualified providers must possess at least two years of experience and maintain strict adherence to DOT audit standards. Mandatory requirements include $5 million in automobile liability insurance and a rigorous screening process for drivers, which encompasses both drug testing and criminal background checks. The solicitation was posted on October 8, 2026, with a response deadline of November 19, 2026.
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RPS Charter Bus Services
Solicitation # 26-7141-11
Richmond Public Schools is seeking to establish fixed-price, as-needed contracts with multiple qualified charter bus vendors to provide supplemental transportation for students, staff, and chaperones. The scope includes local, regional, and long-distance trips for athletic events, academic competitions, and field trips, with all pick-up and drop-off points located within the City of Richmond. Vendors must have at least two years of experience in charter bus transportation and provide a fleet that includes standard 55-passenger buses, mid-size coaches, and activity mini-buses. The contract allows for an initial term with the possibility of four successive one-year renewals at the discretion of the school division. Award selection is based on best value, evaluated through a points-based system weighting technical approach at 40 percent, qualifications and experience at 35 percent, and price at 25 percent. Contractors must adhere to strict safety and compliance standards, including DOT audit adherence, criminal background checks for drivers, and a drug-free workplace. Key contractual obligations include compliance with FERPA and HIPAA for student data privacy, ADA accessibility requirements, and maintaining significant insurance coverages, including a 5 million dollar combined single limit for automobile liability. Invoices must be submitted by the tenth day of the following month via email to the accounts payable department.
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10-Miler Buses
Solicitation # FA252126QB110
Solicitation FA252126QB110 is a firm-fixed price contract issued by the Department of the Air Force, United States Space Force, Space Launch Delta 45, to provide busing transportation services for the Space Force T-Minus 10-Miler event at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. This acquisition is 100 percent set aside for small businesses. The period of performance includes a base year with the government retaining the option for four additional one-year contracts. The scope of work involves providing 15 buses with a 56-passenger capacity for race morning operations, with staging at Hangar F for pre-race and Hangar C for post-race activities. To ensure operational readiness, all bus drivers must complete day and night training runs of the routes by the first full week of December. Strict security requirements are in place, requiring all personnel to be US citizens who are not felons and capable of passing a background check for base access, with requests submitted at least three weeks in advance. Award selection will be based on best value, evaluating price, technical performance, delivery timeline, and past performance. Interested offerors must be registered in SAM and submit their proposals via email to the designated contracting officers by the specified deadline.
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2027 TRANSPORTATION FOR YOUTH TO COUNTY AND LOCAL FAIRS PROGRAM
Solicitation # RFP0426
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is offering competitive grants through the 2027 Transportation for Youth to New York State County and Local Fairs Program to increase youth attendance and engagement in agriculture and the domestic arts. A total of 475,000 dollars is available, with individual awards capped at 25,000 dollars. Eligible applicants include municipalities, not-for-profit corporations, Indian tribal organizations, county extension service associations, and agricultural or horticultural corporations that sponsor annual fairs under Article 24 of the New York Agriculture and Markets Law. The program funds transportation and related costs, such as meals and educational programming, to bring youth groups to over 50 annual fairs across the state. The contract term runs from February 15, 2027, to October 1, 2027. Proposals must be submitted via the Statewide Financial System Grants Management System by December 1, 2026. Awards are determined by a 100-point scoring system focusing on project benefits, project description, and the work plan, with a minimum score of 65 required for funding. Generally, only one proposal per county will be funded. Awardees are required to provide proof of Workers Compensation and Disability Insurance and must submit reimbursement request reports with payment claims, as well as a final report within 60 days of project completion to receive the final 10 percent of their award.
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Motorcoach - Fam Tour - December 1-5, 2026
Solicitation # SRC0000036901
The Alabama Tourism Department is soliciting bids from Alabama-based vendors to provide professional charter motorcoach transportation for the Sweet Home Alabama 2026 International Association of Tour Directors and Guides Destination Training Familiarization Tour. Taking place from December 1 to 5, 2026, the service involves transporting approximately 25 to 30 tour professionals through an itinerary covering Birmingham, Selma, Lowndes County, and Montgomery. The scope of work includes local transportation, hotel and attraction transfers, intercity travel, luggage movement, and the provision of onboard snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Bidders must provide a firm, all-inclusive base price, with the total contract value including renewals not to exceed 25,000 dollars. Evaluation factors include vehicle quality, safety records, driver qualifications, experience with group-tour operations, and the ability to perform the complete itinerary. Vendors are required to maintain an emergency-response plan with access to replacement vehicles and must adhere to strict insurance minimums, including 5 million dollars in Commercial Automobile Liability and 1 million dollars per occurrence for Commercial General Liability. Compliance requirements include enrollment in E-Verify, registration with the Alabama Secretary of State for foreign entities, and adherence to all federal and state motor-carrier safety regulations. Proposals must include comprehensive documentation, such as USDOT numbers, driver staffing plans, and three professional references from the past three years. The State of Alabama retains the right to inspect all services after delivery in accordance with the Universal Commerce Code of Alabama, Title 7, before final acceptance.
Group Travel Division

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Cross-Channel Transport Services
Solicitation # 2026/S 000-093974
The Home Office has awarded a contract for Cross-Channel Transport Services to Bayliss Executive Travel to facilitate the movement of staff and individuals between the UK and France. The scope of work includes providing coach services between Folkestone and Calais with appropriate seating and accessibility, as well as short-notice transport from Coquelles to Folkestone for individuals and their luggage following vehicle seizures. The provider is required to supply qualified, vetted, and trained operational staff while maintaining contingency arrangements and adhering to all transport, health, safety, and safeguarding legislation. The contract is valued at 1,700,000 pounds excluding VAT, with an initial term running from November 23, 2026, to November 25, 2029. There are options for two 12-month extensions, potentially extending the service through 2031. Managed under the Border Force, the agreement includes a 1 million pound liability cap for data protection and specifies a mobilization start date of September 7, 2026.
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Charter Passenger Transportation ServicesThis subcontract for Charter Passenger Transportation Services involves providing commercially operated vehicles to support prime contractors for the Pinellas County Solid Waste Department. The selected provider will be responsible for transporting passengers along designated routes to facilitate narrated interpretations of the Solid Waste Disposal Complex facilities. To ensure safety and compliance within industrial environments, the contractor must utilize vehicles suitable for such settings and employ drivers who hold the necessary commercial licenses. The contractor is required to maintain insurance certificates that meet all established county standards to ensure safe passenger transport upon request. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 485510 and is managed by the Florida Solid Waste agency. Interested parties should note the response deadline of October 8, 2026.
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Charter Transportation Services for Solid Waste Tours
Solicitation # 26-0749-ITQ
Pinellas County is seeking an as-needed agreement for charter transportation services to support Solid Waste Disposal Complex tours for adults and students in grade 3 and above. The selected vendor will provide up to two commercially operated passenger vehicles per reservation, with options for vans or shuttles for up to 15 passengers and mini-buses for 16 to 30 passengers. Services include providing clean, professional drivers familiar with the SWDC route to transport passengers from the tour classroom in St. Petersburg through a narrated route of waste-to-energy and landfill facilities. Vehicles must be maintained at specific interior temperatures and comply with Federal Regulation Title 49, Section 37.189 when wheelchair accessibility is requested. This Invitation to Quote, issued on September 29, 2026, has a primary performance term of 12 months with the possibility of two additional 12-month extensions. Awards are granted to the lowest responsive and responsible quoter, with specific preferences given to certified Pinellas County Small Business Enterprises. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance, including a combined single limit of 1 million dollars for automobile liability and workers compensation as required by Florida law. Invoicing is processed through a 2-hour minimum fee per vehicle, with additional time billed in 30-minute increments. All submittals must be uploaded via the OpenGov procurement portal by October 8, 2026.
SOLID WASTE

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Request for Information - Local Indigenous Businesses - Fort Chipewyan Local Transit Service Operator
Solicitation # RFI-2026-1399
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo has issued Request for Information RFI-2026-1399 to gather market research from local Indigenous businesses regarding the operation of a local transit service in Fort Chipewyan. This initiative is part of the Municipal Indigenous Procurement Strategy and is specifically set aside for Indigenous businesses that hold a resident RMWB business licence or have a primary business address on First Nation reserve land within the municipality. The proposed service model is a dial-a-ride or on-demand system providing shared point-to-point trips, with suggested operating hours from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on weekdays and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekends. The selected operator would be responsible for providing, storing, fueling, and maintaining vehicles that comply with Transport Canada D435:16 Accessible Transit Buses Standards, using licensed and qualified mechanics. Additional requirements include providing drivers with mobile tablets or smartphones for service applications and ensuring service recovery within two to three days following mechanical failures or accidents. The municipality intends to establish an initial one-year trial term, with potential extensions based on performance and Council approval. As this is an RFI for planning purposes and not a legally binding contract, respondents are asked to provide preliminary annual cost estimates and identify potential operational barriers such as insurance and licensing challenges. Submissions must be made electronically through the designated Bidding System by October 16, 2026.
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IFB-2497 – Provide Spring Semester 2027 Athletics Charter Bus Transportation for FMU
Solicitation # IFB-2497
Francis Marion University is soliciting quotations under IFB-2497 for charter bus transportation services to support its athletics department during the Spring 2027 semester. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary buses, drivers, fuel, maintenance, and materials for trips departing from the Florence, South Carolina campus. The solicitation was posted on September 25, 2026, with a response deadline of October 19, 2026. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Jennifer D. Hester. The contractor must provide vehicles that are no more than fifteen years old and meet or exceed all applicable State and Federal Motor Vehicle standards, including Department of Transportation and Interstate Commerce Commission regulations. Buses must have sufficient capacity for the specified number of passengers and include adequate storage for athletic equipment. While not mandatory, passenger access to WIFI and power jacks is preferred. Operational requirements mandate strict adherence to US DOT hours of service rules, requiring a second driver if necessary to ensure safety and legal compliance. Drivers are prohibited from using mobile devices, eating, or smoking while operating the vehicle and may not transport any passengers outside of the university's approved travel group. The contractor is responsible for all driver-related expenses, including meals and overnight lodging. All services must be coordinated with the University Travel Coordinator for each respective team.
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