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OAPT Vendor Partners & Industry Suppliers
The OAPT vendor page highlights trusted vendor partners and industry suppliers who support safe, efficient, and innovative school transportation across Ohio. These organizations provide products, services, training, and expertise that directly support transportation professionals and the students they serve. Our vendor partners play a vital role in advancing best practices, fostering collaboration, and strengthening the school transportation community.
American Bus & Accessories, Inc.
The premier bus dealer in Ohio and Kentucky has been providing transportation solutions since 1955. We have government and state contracts available for those who qualify. Are you looking for a mobility van or bus for your child care/day care, senior living and retirement community, school or college? Or are you in need of a parking shuttle, hotel shuttle or health care service shuttle? We have just the vehicle for you! Contact us today for any and all of your bus and shuttle needs.
AmeriGas Propane Company
At AmeriGas, safety is a way of life. We employ a full-time safety management team that provides leadership to our employees and our customers based on industry standards. No matter what you need or when you need it, we’re here for you. You can rely on AmeriGas to keep you powered up without interruptions or complications. Any time of the day or night, you can get ahold of AmeriGas. With 24/7 expert customer support, a dedicated safety management team, and over 6,500 employees, we make sure you always have the answers and solutions you need most, when you need them.
AMF Bruns of America
AMF-Bruns of America manufactures occupant and wheelchair securement systems for the safe transportation of people with limited mobility. We invented the world’s first 4-point retractor wheelchair anchoring system. Today we service customers in more than 50 countries throughout North and South America, Australia, Asia, Middle East and Africa.
AMF-Bruns of America is a global market leader in the field of vehicle technology for the wheelchair passenger. Our company expertly combines state-of-the-art technology with skills accumulated from nearly 60 years’ experience in the mobility industry. We manufacture wheelchair securement products, occupant restraint systems and associated equipment for the safe transportation of people with limited mobility.
Angel Trax
The mission of AngelTrax is to be the leading provider of mobile video surveillance, understanding the needs of our customers, while continuing to have the forethought to pioneer new technology that will also meet the future needs of our customers. Built on a foundation as a team, we challenge the industry by communicating the reliability of our superior service, innovative and unparalleled products, price, and quality. The purpose of AngelTrax, along with the joint effort of all our employees, is to share the credence that we will match our elite products with the highest integrity, sustaining an unmatched product, which is the foundation of our success and the basis of our core principle.
Anglin Equipment
A leader in the vehicle service equipment industry, serving customers in Ohio, Northern Indiana & Northeastern Kentucky.
Assured Specialty Transportation
Assured Specialty Transportation, headquartered in Cincinnati, OH, is devoted to addressing the distinctive transportation needs of schools. We take pride in delivering secure, dependable, and efficient transportation solutions for students, schools, and parents. Our dedication to excellence has established us as a trusted partner in the education sector.
Braun Ability
We are the global leader in mobility transportation solutions, changing lives of people with mobility challenges and those who care for them.
Bus Partol
BusPatrol is committed to revolutionizing school bus safety through cutting-edge AI-powered camera technology. We empower communities to safeguard children on their journeys to and from school by fostering collaboration among school district, municipalities, and law enforcement.
BusRight
BusRight is an all-in-one transportation platform built to help school districts streamline operations, improve safety, and enhance communication between transportation teams, drivers, and families. With real-time GPS tracking, turn-by-turn driver navigation, intuitive route planning, and a trusted parent communication app, BusRight empowers districts to operate with greater efficiency and transparency. Designed for simplicity and reliability, BusRight’s easy-to-use technology ensures that transportation teams spend less time troubleshooting logistics and more time focused on what matters most—keeping students safe.
Cal/Amp
Complete Bus and White Fleet Transportation Management
Cardinal Bus Sales
As the only exclusive school bus dealership in Ohio, we are a family-owned, full-service shop specializing in parts, bodywork, and sales of new and used school buses—all under one roof.
CIS Auctions
CIS Auctions takes surplus asset disposal off the plates of busy school districts with a process so easy, all you do is cash your check!
Complete Bus & Specialty Vehicles
Complete Bus & Specialty Vehicles provides parts, service, and the sales of school buses, and dedicates itself to the success of public and private school communities throughout central and southern Ohio. Complete Bus followed along with the acquisition of Edwin H. Davis & Son, Inc. in 2017 and is the official dealer for Thomas Built Buses for southern Ohio.
Easy Way Safety Services
Reseller of safety restraints, seat covers and foams and bus parts
Education Logistics (Edulog)
Edulog (Education Logistics, Inc.) is the original school bus routing software company and has been providing routing and planning software solutions to districts across North America since 1977. We have worked hard to make sure that our software and hardware solutions stay on the cutting edge by adding school bus GPS tracking, student ridership, and parent communication solutions that help school districts like yours improve safety and keep money in the classrooms while transporting students efficiently.
Enzo’s Cleaning Solutions
We help fleets to mitigate the salt corrosion and extend the life of your fleet. We are a sole source for The Neutralizer-undercarriage wash system and the DSalt detergent to neutralize the crystallization of the salt. We LEAN out your wash bay and help make it more efficient and safe, with our wash bay design methods. We can Customize our Drive Thru to fit your location. We can help you with getting Grants or finding your organization funds to lower your cost.
Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions
Ericsson’s enterprise wireless solutions enable organizations to innovate, operate, and grow anywhere — without constraints. Ericsson NetCloud, Cradlepoint routers, and Enterprise 5G solutions provide the flexibility of public and private 5G, with the zero trust security of simplified SASE.
Everdriven, Alternative Transportation Solutions
EverDriven is the national leader in alternative student transportation. With over 550 active school district contracts and over 21,000 unique students last year alone, EverDriven’s commitment to safety and consistency remains unmatched. Leveraging proprietary Smart Routing Technology and custom-tailored services, the company has been a driving force in alleviating driver shortages and serving unique student needs related to the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, special needs, ESSA, hard-to-serve trips, and out-of-district placements.
First Light Safety Products
Fully Illuminated Stop Arm – Protects students by reducing illegal passing. Its proven illumination technology alerts motorists, giving them the critical time needed to react and stop for the school bus, making every stop safer. Illuminated School Bus Sign – Maximizes visibility by ensuring the school bus is easily recognizable, even in low light and adverse weather conditions. With bright illumination, it makes the school bus identifiable from over 1,000 feet away and from multiple angles, enhancing safety at every turn.
Fortress Mobile
Fortress Mobile Fortress Mobile is a leading provider of mobile surveillance and smart fleet management solutions for transit fleets.
Gatekeeper
Gatekeeper is a leading provider of intelligent video and data solutions designed to provide a safer transportation environment for children, passengers, and public safety personnel on multiple transportation modes. The Company uses AI, video analytics, thermal cameras, and mobile data collectors to inter-connect public transit assets as part of intelligent transportation systems in a Smart City ecosystem. The Company is at the forefront of innovation and is utilizing new technologies to make cities more efficient and safer, such as its ALE™ (Automated Lane Enforcement) solution for transit buses. The Company’s video and data solutions and its Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) business model are enabling the transformation of transportation systems into intelligent transit and Smart Cities.
Highland Electric Fleets
Highland Electric Fleets is the leading provider of Electrification-as-a-Service (EaaS) for school districts, governments, and fleet operators in North America. Offering a unique suite of products, Highland makes it simple and affordable for public entities to upgrade their fleets to electric.
Hill IC Bus
In partnership with Hill International Trucks, your school district can get reliable, safe, and efficient transportation solutions with IC Bus. Our expert team is here to assist in finding the perfect bus for your school transportation needs IC Bus is the leading school bus manufacturer and part of Navistar International. They are renowned for their commitment to durability, safety, and efficiency, offering a range of school buses that suit varying school transportation needs. The IC Bus line features excellent fuel efficiency, lower operation costs, advanced safety features and ease of maintenance, making them a popular choice among many school districts.
Hometown Urgent Care & Occupational Health
We provide Occupational Health Services to statewide Schools , Municipalities and Employers to meet their needs within our Medical Group of 33 medical centers
Medical Mobile of Ohio
On site T8 Physicals/CDL physicals. Drug & alcohol / testing Consortium.
METS – Midwest Educational Transportation Services
METS programs are accessible to all districts, including transportation departments with school bus drivers working under a collective bargaining agreement, without displacing any district employees.
Mid-America Business Systems
Mid America Business Systems provides ID systems for Staff and Students that can often work with your access System as well as bus Tracking needs as well as food service and Library /book check out needs.
Myers Equipment
Established in 1937, Myers Equipment Corporation has become one of the Ohio Valley’s largest transportation fleet providers with the company location headquartered in Canfield, OH. With product lines covering school buses, commercial buses, ambulances, all things trucks, and a state of the art service and body facility, Myers Equipment has you covered for all your parts, sales, and service needs. Northeast Ohio’s Thomas Built Bus dealership.
National Association for Pupil Transportation
Empowering and supporting the pupil transportation profession by providing communication, leadership, education, advocacy, and resources.
Noregon Systems
Noregon specializes in creating advanced tools and applications for heavy-duty vehicles and equipment, including diagnostic applications, interactive service guides, custom development, and more. Noregon helps businesses and organizations improve vehicle uptime, train technicians, and make informed decisions about the health, safety, and performance of their vehicles.
Ohio Association for School Business Officials
The Ohio Association of School Business Officials (OASBO) has provided support and services to Ohio public school district treasurer/CFOs, business managers, food service, transportation supervisors, and finance office support staff. We empower our members by providing legislative advocacy, collaboration, and innovative education.
Ohio Operation Life Saver
National nonprofit organization whose mission is to reduce/eliminate all rail incidents. We attend conferences, events and give presentations throughout Ohio. Best part is everything we do is free of charge
Ohio Schools Council
Since 1986, OSC provides financial savings and operational effectiveness through the group purchasing of products/services and networking opportunities. OSC provides a number of discounts through RFPs and other negotiated discounted agreements for Transportation Supervisors in the areas of bus/van/vehicles, bus routing systems, GPS services, bus maintenance programs, bus security camera systems, bus safety training programs and more! OSC also facilitates a free Transportation Supervisor Network Meeting once every two months providing timely updates, access to grants and professional development.
Pro-Vision
Founded in 2003, Pro-Vision is a leading mobile video technology solutions provider trusted by thousands of organizations in 58 countries. Pro-Vision solutions include vehicle video recording systems, body-worn cameras, data management, and cloud-based storage solutions for commercial, transit, and public safety organizations.
Qstraint/Sure-Lok
Q’Straint is a global leader in wheelchair securement solutions, committed to enhancing the safety and independence of wheelchair users worldwide. With over 40 years of expertise, Q’Straint delivers innovative technology and dependable products that uphold the highest standards of quality and performance.
Reflective Image/School Bus Signs
Reflective Image has been serving the school transportation industry since 1995. We specialize in all types of interior and exterior signage for school buses and in manufacturing products that help children get on the right bus easily and safely. Our leading product, the Route Changer™ allows bus and route numbers to be prominently displayed and easily changed by the driver. We also manufacture Animal Identification Signs, Bus Empty Signs, Magnetic Signs, Crossing Guard Paddles, Vinyl Lettering, Decals and various other products.
REI
U.S.-based REI® designs and engineers innovative, professional-grade solutions and electronics for the transportation industry. Among the highlights: integrated hardware and software for mobile video surveillance, stop-arm monitoring, ADAS/collision avoidance systems, and automated fleet management in the cloud.
Rite-Hite
Scraper Systems™ by Rite-Hite® are designed for fast, effortless, low-maintenance operation in the harshest of winter conditions. Our Heavy-Duty and Medium-Duty snow scrapers assist in removing rooftop snow from trucks and buses to help prevent worker injury and snow fly-off vehicle accident. Saving hassle, time, and risk.
Rush Bus Centers of Ohio
Rush Bus Centers of Ohio offers school bus sales, service and parts
S.T.A.R.T
The School Transportation Active-Threat Response Training (S.T.A.R.T.) program is designed is an advanced driver training program designed for in-service or professional development days, equipping school bus drivers and staff with essential skills to handle active threats and emergencies. Through hands-on simulations, scenario-based exercises and expert-led instruction, the training enhances the district’s protective measures in safeguarding students and staff.
Safe Fleet
we specializes in the integration of advanced camera systems, two-way radios, and fleet technology.
Safety Vision
Safety Vision is the leader in mobile technology solutions for school buses, specializing in Internal & External Video Monitoring, Vision Enhancement tools for Bus Drivers, Wireless Downloading, Health Reporting, Live Video Streaming, and Cloud Hosting/Storage of Video. Safety Vision also provides additional services such as StopWatch AI (Stop Arm Photo Enforcement Program), Bus Connect (CIPA Compliant Filtered On Board Student Wi-Fi), along with Maintenance and Service Programs.
Surveillance-247, LLC
At 247Security, we are on a mission to revolutionize fleet video. How? By creating powerful, purpose-built solutions with easy to use software. All the power you will ever need, without the complexity. But we don’t stop there. We compliment our solutions with the best after-sales support in the industry, along with the only storage devices with lifetime warranty!
Syntech Systems
Syntech Systems Inc. is a dynamic defense and commercial engineering design, and manufacturing firm based in Tallahassee, Florida. Syntech offers a range of fuel management products for both your automotive and aviation needs.
TNT Power Wash Services
School Bus Power Washing, Detailing and Degreasing- the power to renew and restore
TransAct Communications
For more than 30 years, TransACT has dedicated itself to providing K-12 districts and state departments of education with SaaS-based software solutions that help them streamline their operations, more efficiently meet state and federal requirements, and more safely and effectively serve their students.
Transfinder
Transfinder’s platform of solutions were voted the Best Software, Best Hardware and Best Safety Technology by school transportation leaders in North America. Transfinder routing solution includes Artificial Intelligence Optimization to ensure the safest and best routes and stops are created. Transfinder’s parent app Stopfinder provides real=time information on location and an extensive two-way communication tool for transportation departments to keep in contact with their community. Wayfinder provides drives with turn-by-turn directions, the ability to take attendance and has images of who is on the bus. Servicefinder makes sure your buses are in tip-top shape, your inventory is up to date and your drivers have all necessary certifications. And Viewfinder gives users an easy way to view the entire transportation operation and read-only access to ridership information for staff at the building level. 1:3 students got to school today safer because of our software.
Transportation Accessories Co.
Specialists in school bus parts since 1976. TAC is one of the largest independent distributors of school bus replacement parts and maintains one of the largest inventories in the country.
Tyler Technologies
Tyler’s industry-leading student transportation products offer efficient, cost-effective ways to manage your day-to-day responsibilities. Our transportation management solution is fully customizable to fit the most complex requirements. As an all-in-one, cloud-based solution, Tyler Technologies provides what you need to meet and exceed stakeholder expectations, including parents. You’ll get bus routing, fleet maintenance, student ridership, trip management, AVL/ GPS tracking, parent communications, custom reporting and so much more all with one vendor.
Unity School Bus Parts
Unity is a leader in aftermarket school bus parts that specializes in general body parts, safety equipment and products for special need children. All of our products are in full compliance with State and Federal regulations.
Universal Transportation Systems (UTS)
We are highly regarded by the school districts, agencies, and corporations we serve in Southwest and Central Ohio. We provide services in nine counties including Butler, Hamilton, Warren, Clinton, Clermont, and Preble, Montgomery, Franklin, Ohio. We have experience in all transportation system types, including adults and students with special needs, on-demand service for NET, PRS and workforce programs and transit systems, making UTS uniquely qualified to meets the needs of a diverse population.
USA Mobile Drug Testing of Northeast Ohio
We provide a range of on-site drug testing and workplace safety services, including all types of drug panels. We also help ensure DOT and non-DOT compliance, supervisor and employee drug-free workplace training, BCI and FBI fingerprinting, and comprehensive background screening. Most importantly, we ensure your compliance with the Department of Transportation when it comes to random testing, and ensure accurate testing results every time! We are are here to keep you up-to-date on the every changing landscaping of DOT Testing.
Zonar Systems
Since 2001, Zonar has pioneered smart fleet mobility solutions for pupil transportation fleets. Our platform features 60+ patented technologies for visibility, fleet health, bus and route utilization, reliability, and safety and compliance—supported 24/7/365 by U.S.-based Customer Success.
