Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems

NAICS Category 485113 encompasses Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems, which primarily involves the provision of passenger transportation services using buses and motor vehicles. These services include shuttle operations, charter bus rentals, scheduled transit, and specialized transportation for various government and institutional clients. The category covers both local and long-distance passenger transportation services, with a focus on moving groups of people efficiently and safely across different settings.

Federal Contract Awards under this NAICS category demonstrate a diverse range of transportation services, predominantly for military, federal training facilities, and correctional institutions. Contract values typically range from $3,000 to $1.3 million, with performance periods spanning several months to five years. Frequent contractors include Flix North America Inc., Japan Bus Lines LLC, Kloppenburg Enterprises (Turtle Tours), and several South Korean transportation companies providing services to U.S. military installations. The U.S. Army Pacific Command, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Justice Bureau of Prisons, and Naval Fleet Forces are among the most frequent awarding agencies. Many awards are not set aside, though some are designated for total small business participation, particularly for transportation services in specific regions like Guam and South Korea.

Recent Federal Contract Opportunities showcase transportation service requirements across multiple federal agencies, including the Air Force, Department of Homeland Security, Marine Corps, and Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers. Solicitations typically seek shuttle bus services for events like air shows, transportation support for training facilities, and motor vehicle operator services. Performance locations include Nevada, New Mexico, California, and Orlando, Florida. Most opportunities are set aside for small businesses, use the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, and have contract periods ranging from one to five years. The opportunities generally require vendors to provide buses with specific passenger capacities, meet detailed operational requirements, and demonstrate capabilities in managing complex transportation logistics.