Charter Bus Industry

The NAICS 48551 Charter Bus Industry encompasses transportation services involving the rental or leasing of buses with drivers for specialized transportation needs. These services typically include chartered routes for specific groups, events, or organizations, utilizing motorcoaches, shuttle buses, and other passenger vehicle transportation. The industry supports various sectors including government agencies, military operations, corporate events, educational institutions, and private organizations requiring customized group transportation solutions.

Federal Contract Awards in this category demonstrate significant diversity, with contract values ranging from approximately $1,000 to $760,000, and performance periods typically spanning days to multiple years. Common funding agencies include the Department of Defense (particularly Army, Air Force, and Navy), Department of Homeland Security, and other federal departments. Many awards are set aside for small businesses, with a particular emphasis on minority-owned, woman-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises. Geographical performance locations span domestic regions like Hawaii, Texas, and the East Coast, as well as international locations including Germany, Poland, and the Philippines. Frequently awarded entities include small regional bus companies like Charter UP, LLC, Adventures By Dawn L.L.C., and Polynesian Adventure Tours.

Recent Federal Contract Opportunities predominantly focus on specialized transportation requirements for government events and operational needs. Solicitations include bus services for military exercises, inaugurations, training events, and personnel transportation across various locations. Notable opportunities include charter bus services for the U.S. Coast Guard in Hawaii, transportation support for the Air Force's NATO Summit, bus services for the Department of the Army in the European Command Area of Responsibility, and shuttle services for federal agencies in locations such as San Antonio, Columbia, South Carolina, and Washington D.C. Most opportunities are designated as total small business set-asides and utilize the NAICS 485510 classification with a $19 million size standard.