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Tenders and Bidding

Win New Business with Optibus at your Side

Transform your bidding process with Optibus—designed to give public transport operators a competitive edge. The same powerful scheduling tools that optimize daily operations also streamline the tendering process, helping you model service needs for vehicles, drivers, and costs with unmatched accuracy. With Optibus, you can create and compare multiple scenarios in record time, ensuring the best business decision every time.

 

Change the Game:
Deliver a Winning Bid
in Just a Week

For companies managing numerous RFPs and tenders annually, speed and precision are critical. Optibus empowers you to submit winning bids within a week, fully understanding the operational obligations and costs involved.  

From building comprehensive schedules to simulating service preferences—such as driver group assignments or relief vehicle planning—Optibus handles complex requirements with ease. Our OnTime functionality optimizes schedules for punctuality and compliance with service level standards, ensuring operational excellence from the start.

Why PTOs Should Use Optibus for Tenders

  • Rapid, Accurate Tender Responses: Save time while increasing accuracy in bids.
  • Scenario Evaluation Made Easy: Compare schedules using actionable business metrics.
  • Detailed Operational Insights: Get a clear view of vehicle, driver, and cost needs.
  • Best-in-Class Support: Leverage the expertise of Optibus’ Customer Success team and proven industry best practices.

Gain the confidence and agility to win tenders and expand your business—faster and smarter—with Optibus.

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Operators

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Scheduling

Streamline scheduling with advanced tools to maximize vehicle and duty allocations efficiently.

Rostering

Create refined rosters to balance workloads, enhance driver satisfaction and boost retention.

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Oversee your real-world operation with real-time allocation, payroll integration, and the Driver App. 

Passenger Information

Deliver accurate service updates and plans to enhance passenger communication.