Recreation Programs and Special Event Transportation Services

The City of Malibu is seeking qualified transit and charter operators for special-event shuttle operations and bus services for recreational and cultural excursions, including consideration of lift-equipped school buses that meet all transportation requirements.

City of Malibu


General
Open
Sep 18, 2026 12:00 PM
Aug 03, 2026 05:00 PM
3 years base + 1 × 3 years option
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
kmanisco@malibucity.org
+13104562489
23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA, USA
Description

The City of Malibu is seeking proposals from qualified transit and charter operators to provide dedicated shuttle operations for large-scale, city-sponsored special events within Malibu, including events along the Pacific Coast Highway corridor, and specialized bus services for recreational and cultural programming outside city limits, including excursions organized by the Community Services Department. The contractor will provide the vehicles, maintenance, personnel, and supplies required for the services, including wheelchair-accessible vehicles and vehicles accommodating approximately 15, 20, and 24 passengers or comparable capacities. The contractor must maintain a valid California Transportation Charter Permit and comply with applicable California Public Utilities Commission requirements. Addendum No. 1 clarifies that the City will consider lift-equipped school buses if they meet all transportation requirements. The contract term is three years, with an option to extend for up to an additional three years. Proposals must include the requested qualifications, scope understanding, compliance information, litigation history, references, and fee schedule.

Classification Codes
NAICS485510Charter Bus Industry
PSCV222Passenger Motor Charter Service
Smart Codes
ada compliant shuttle servicesspecial event transportationsenior excursion bus services
Specifications
Service
Timeline
Aug 3, 2026-Publication Date
Sep 18, 2026-Proposal Deadline
Requirements
Required
  • General Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Automobile Liability — $5,000,000.00
  • Professional Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Sexual Misconduct — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers Compensation
Required
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Within the last 3 years
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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