What types of agencies buy public transportation services?

Federal agencies across all departments procure public transportation services, including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, and civilian agencies. State and local governments also issue public transportation contracts through their own procurement portals.

How do I find public transportation contracts with SamSearch?

Use SamSearch to browse pre-classified opportunities in one place, with AI-powered filtering by agency, set-aside, and deadline.

Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in public transportation?

Yes. Many public transportation contracts are set aside for small businesses, including 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone firms. Use SamSearch's set-aside filters to find contracts your business qualifies for.

How competitive are public transportation government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in public transportation can attract dozens of bidders, while small open-market solicitations may have only a few. Monitoring active solicitations and building agency relationships early improves win rates.

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public transportation Government Contracts

757 government contract opportunities classified as public transportation, spanning federal and state/local solicitations. Updated daily.

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14 federal contract opportunities classified as public transportation.

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

COMMUTER BUS TRANSPORTATION

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The Department of Energy is conducting a sources sought notice for commuter bus transportation services to the Nevada National Security Site. Local vendors are required to provide reliable transportation from the Greater Las Vegas and Pahrump areas, ensuring compliance with security and operational requirements. This i…

Posted Apr 20, 2026Due May 8, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 485510Sol: 2026-JE-01

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

AMD1- Daily Commute Bus Drivers for Student Transportation Services, Okinawa Military Community, Japan

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The Department of Defense is seeking proposals for daily commute bus drivers to provide student transportation services within the Okinawa Military Community, Japan. This opportunity is a combined synopsis/solicitation and is issued as an RFP. Interested parties should review all attached documents for detailed instruc…

Posted Mar 23, 2026Due Apr 9, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 485410No Set aside usedSol: HE125426RE014

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Transit Innovation Evaluation Program (TIEP)

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The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration is seeking vendors for the Transit Innovation Evaluation Program (TIEP). This program aims to enhance evaluation quality and efficiency in the transit sector, fulfilling federal requirements for independent evaluations of demonstration projects. Ven…

Posted Mar 13, 2026Due Mar 27, 2026Sources SoughtTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: TIEP2026

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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: WMATA TRANSIT BENEFITS

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The Department of the Treasury intends to contract with WMATA for the Smart Benefits transportation program, exclusively for federal employees. This sole source opportunity is due to WMATA's unique capability to provide multiple transportation modes in the DC metropolitan area. Interested contractors must submit a capa…

Posted Feb 10, 2026Due Mar 5, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 485111Sol: SS-OIG-26-021

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DEPARTMENT OF STATE

EUR/ATHENS - PASSENGER TRANSPORTATION SERVICES IN ATTICA, GREECE.

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The Department of State is soliciting proposals for passenger transportation services in Attica, Greece. Bidders must have an established business with all necessary licenses and permits, and a permanent address in Athens, Greece.

Posted Jan 13, 2026Due Jan 29, 2026SolicitationNAICS 485999Sol: 19GR1026Q0008

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

WASHINGTON METROPOLITAN AREA TRANSIT AUTHORITY (WMATA) SMARTBENEFITS PROGRAM SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION

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The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a sole source justification for the SmartBenefits Program under the Department of Defense. This opportunity is classified under NAICS code 485111 and is focused on transit services. Interested parties should note that this is a Source Sought notice.

Posted Jan 5, 2026JustificationNAICS 485111Sol: JA26-001

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

X1AA--LEASE NCO 02 - BINGHAMTON VET CENTER (VC 137) - RELOCATION (VA-25-00097561)

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The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to lease approximately 4,520 square feet for a Veterans Outreach Center in Binghamton, NY. Interested parties, especially SDVOSB and VOSB, should submit capabilities statements by January 21, 2026. The space must be ADA compliant and include various services such as utiliti…

Posted Dec 22, 2025Due Dec 12, 2025Sources SoughtNAICS 531120Sol: 36C24226Q0211

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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

FY26 WMATA Sole Source Requirement

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The Department of Justice intends to award sole source contracts to WMATA for the Transit Subsidy Program, providing SmarTrip cards and a web-based fare management system. This acquisition is in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, indicating that only one responsible source can meet the requirements. No proposals or solicitat…

Posted Nov 20, 2025Due Dec 1, 2025Special Notice

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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE - WMATA TRANSIT BENEFITS

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The Department of Justice intends to negotiate a sole source contract with WMATA for transit benefits for employees in the D.C. area. This contract will utilize simplified acquisition procedures and is not a request for quotations. Interested parties must submit capabilities statements by November 21, 2025.

Posted Nov 17, 2025Due Nov 21, 2025Special NoticeNAICS 485111Sol: 15G1AC26N00000001

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

INTERCITY BUS ATLAS: EXPANSION AND MAINTENANCE

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The Department of Transportation is seeking proposals for the expansion and maintenance of the Intercity Bus Atlas. This RFP anticipates a hybrid contract with a performance period of one base year and two option years. Interested parties must submit their proposals by November 24, 2025.

Posted Nov 6, 2025Due Nov 24, 2025Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 541511Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: OR2026R30K002

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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

FCI MANCHESTER-BUS TRANSPORTATION

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The Federal Bureau of Prisons is conducting market research for bus and ground transportation services for the release of Adults in Custody from FCI Manchester. Interested parties should monitor SAM for the Market Research Questionnaire and are advised that participation is voluntary and costs incurred will not be reim…

Posted Sep 8, 2025Due Sep 12, 2025Sources SoughtNAICS 485999Sol: 15B11025PR000074

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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

TRANSIT SUBSIDY BENEFIT PROGRAM

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The Department of Labor is seeking vendors to provide transit fare media for employees in the Washington, DC area. This Sources Sought Notice aims to identify qualified sources capable of delivering electronic fare media and related services. Interested vendors should respond with their capabilities and relevant experi…

Posted Sep 4, 2025Due Apr 9, 2025Sources SoughtNAICS 485111Sol: ACQ-25-0228

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE – OUTFRONT MEDIA

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The Department of Health and Human Services intends to award a sole source contract to OUTFRONT Media for advertising services within the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority. This contract will last for four weeks and utilizes FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Interested parties may express thei…

Posted Aug 28, 2025Special NoticeNAICS 541890Sol: NOI-CC-25-010476

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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

V--OSO ANNUAL UNIVERSAL PASS 2025 - TRIMET, BLM OREGON STATE OFFICE, PORTLAND, OR

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The Bureau of Land Management intends to award a sole source contract to Tri-County Metropolitan for commuter transportation passes between Portland, OR and the BLM State Office. Interested parties may submit their capabilities in writing via email by August 20, 2025.

Posted Aug 15, 2025Due Aug 21, 2025Special NoticeNAICS 485111Sol: DOILFBO250047

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