Find Transportation & Fleet RFPs in Connecticut

25 active opportunities· Updated daily

13+ agencies4 set-aside9 with posted budget

Active transportation & fleet opportunities in Connecticut right now come from agencies including State of CT - DAS Procurement, State of Connecticut and DEPT OF DEFENSE, among others. The nearest deadline is October 20, 2026. New solicitations are added daily. Sign up to get the ones matched to your business scored and delivered automatically.

How do I find transportation & fleet bids in Connecticut?

Connecticut transportation & fleet solicitations are spread across 13+ different buyer sites: state procurement portals, city and county purchasing pages, school districts, and cooperative networks, each posting on its own schedule. You can check every source by hand, or use a bid discovery tool. BidSparq monitors 23,000+ federal, state, local, education, and healthcare sources daily, including the Connecticut sources behind this page, scores each new solicitation 0 to 100 against your company profile, and alerts you only when a transportation & fleet bid is worth your time. The 25 opportunities on this page refresh daily. For the full method, read how to find government RFPs and price the work against the free GSA labor rate lookup.

TitleAgencyDue DateSet-AsideEst. Value
2027 Ford Explorer Complete Upfit Project No. 27-7Town of North Haven2026-10-20--
School Bus Stop Arm Camera Enforcement Equipment and ServicesTown of Manchester2026-10-21-$2.0M
CTfastrak - Waiting SheltersState of CT - DAS Procurement2026-10-22--
Invitation to submit Bid for a new Roll-off TruckState of Connecticut2026-10-23-$250K
2027-004 - Invitation to Bid - 2026 Ford Explorer & Complete Upfit & InstallTown of East Lyme2026-10-26--
Motorcoach Transportation for USCGA Corps of CadetsHOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF2026-10-26SBA-
Snow Plowing and/or Heavy Duty Snow Removal with Wheel Loaders 2026-2027City of Waterbury2026-10-27-$1.5M
Snow Plowing and/or Heavy Duty Snow Removal With Wheel Loaders 2026-2027State of CT - DAS Procurement2026-10-27-$2.0M
Snow & ICE ControlCity of New Haven, CT2026-10-27-$2.0M
Public Bid 26-042 One (1) New Unused 2027 All Wheel Drive Low Roof Cargo VanTown of Wallingford2026-10-27--
Snow Plowing Services - CitywideCity of Bridgeport2026-10-27-$1.2M
Vehicle Preventative Maintenance and RepairConnecticut Hartford Housing Authority2026-10-29--
Vehicle Preventative Maintenance and RepairState of CT - DAS Procurement2026-10-29--
RFP027-31 Motor Vehicle AuditCity of Meriden2026-10-30-$500K
Rail Property Management, Leasing, and Asset DevelopmentState of Connecticut2026-10-30NONE$9.0M
Sources Sought for Enterprise Software & Sustainment IDIQDEPT OF DEFENSE2026-10-30NONE-
Multiple NSNs - Collins Aerospace (multiple CAGEs} / Multiple Weapons Systems: …DEPT OF DEFENSE2026-11-02NONE-
City Bid - Hauling & Processing of Scrap MetalState of CT - DAS Procurement2026-11-03--
Project 0301-0154 NHL Signal Equipment Request for ProposalsState of CT - DAS Procurement2026-11-05-$10.0M
RFP for Statewide Farebox Upgrade ProjectState of CT - DAS Procurement2026-11-18--

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Tips for Winning Transportation & Fleet Contracts in Connecticut

  • ✓GSA Schedule 751 covers vehicle leasing and fleet management: getting on this schedule opens access to federal fleet contracts across all agencies.
  • ✓Many transit agencies require Buy America compliance under 49 U.S.C. § 5323(j), meaning vehicles and components must be manufactured domestically.
  • ✓State DOT contracts often require prequalification. Start the prequalification process months before bidding: it typically takes 30-90 days.

Transportation & Fleet RFP FAQ

What is Buy America compliance for transit procurements?

Buy America (49 U.S.C. § 5323(j)) requires that iron, steel, and manufactured products used in FTA-funded projects be produced in the United States. Rolling stock (buses, railcars) must have final assembly in the U.S. with at least 70% domestic content. This applies to all transit procurements receiving federal funding.

How do I bid on government fleet vehicle contracts?

Most federal fleet purchases go through GSA Fleet or the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). Register in SAM.gov, get on GSA Schedule 751 (Leased Motor Vehicles) or 23V (Vehicles), and monitor GSA eBuy for task orders. State and local fleet purchases are posted on individual state procurement portals.

What certifications help win transportation contracts?

DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) certification is critical for USDOT-funded work: states must meet DBE participation goals. ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification helps for fleet maintenance. CDL requirements apply to driving-related contracts.

Are there set-asides for small businesses in transportation?

Yes. Federal transportation contracts have small business set-asides under FAR Part 19. State DOTs receiving federal highway funds must meet DBE goals (typically 5-15% of contract value). Many transit agencies also have their own small business or local business preference programs.

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