Opportunity
Federal Register #MCF 21144
TBL Group Acquisition of Chicago Classic Coach Motor Passenger Carrier
Buyer
Surface Transportation Board
Posted
May 07, 2026
Respond By
June 22, 2026
Identifier
MCF 21144
NAICS
485410
This opportunity involves the Surface Transportation Board's tentative approval of TBL Group, Inc.'s acquisition of Chicago Classic Coach, LLC, a federally regulated motor passenger carrier. - Government Buyer: - Surface Transportation Board (Department of Transportation) - OEMs and Vendors: - TBL Group, Inc. (acquirer, noncarrier holding company) - Chicago Classic Coach, LLC (target, motor passenger carrier) - TBL Group, Inc. controls several affiliated carriers: - GBJ Inc. - Echo Tours & Charters - Echo East Coast Transportation - Echo Windy City - Reston Limousine & Travel Service - Echo Nevada - Products/Services Requested: - Charter motor coach transportation services - Includes group travel to events, airports, school and team travel, tour travel, and shuttle services for events and meetings - Fleet: approximately 22 motor coaches - Personnel: about 29 drivers - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Acquisition is subject to public comment and absence of opposition - Services to continue uninterrupted in the Chicago metropolitan area and surrounding regions - Transaction aims to improve operating efficiencies, increase equipment utilization, and maintain or enhance service levels - No specific products or part numbers requested; focus is on continued provision of transportation services
Description
TBL Group, Inc., a noncarrier holding company controlling multiple interstate motor passenger carriers, has filed an application to acquire the assets of Chicago Classic Coach, LLC, a federally regulated motor passenger carrier. The transaction is tentatively approved and authorized by the Surface Transportation Board. The acquisition aims to continue the current services provided by Chicago Classic Coach and improve operating efficiencies. Comments on the transaction are due by June 22, 2026, with replies due by July 6, 2026 if comments are filed. If no opposing comments are filed, the notice will become the final Board action effective June 23, 2026.