Opportunity
University of North Alabama #2026-06
Bus Transportation Services for UNA Marching Band, Fall 2026
Posted
May 12, 2026
Respond By
May 28, 2026
Identifier
2026-06
NAICS
485410
The University of North Alabama is seeking bus transportation services for its Marching Pride of UNA Band during the Fall 2026 season. - Government Buyer: - University of North Alabama, Office of Procurement - Products/Services Requested: - Minimum of five (5) 55-passenger buses (model year 2020 or newer) - Buses must have reclining seats, functional bathrooms, audio-visual entertainment (satellite TV, DVD, wireless internet), and adequate storage - Professional bus driver services - Drivers must have a Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement and at least five years of tour coach experience - Drivers must wear uniforms, remain with the bus when passengers' belongings are on board, and be subject to random drug testing - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors must be licensed for both interstate and intrastate passenger transportation - Proof of $5,000,000 liability insurance required - Drug testing program for drivers is mandatory - Award based on pricing, bus quality, and service reliability - No specific OEMs or bus manufacturers are named in the solicitation
Description
This solicitation is for bus transportation services to support the University of North Alabama Marching Pride of UNA Band for Fall 2026. The contract requires buses to be in excellent working order, with professional drivers holding a Class B Commercial Driver's License and at least five years of experience. Buses must meet specific specifications including model year 2020 or newer, reclining seats, functional bathrooms, and audio-visual entertainment. The bid closes on May 28, 2026, and the award will consider pricing, bus quality, and service reliability.