PWC Hocking Hills Winter Hike 2027 Busing

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is seeking a contractor to provide passenger transportation for the annual Hocking Hills State Park Winter Hike on January 16, 2027. The contractor must supply twelve 40‑seat buses, licensed drivers, radios (one radio provided by the park), and fuel. Ten buses are required at 8:00 am and an additional two buses at 9:30 am; service continues until the event concludes, not exceeding 6:00 pm. Buses will be dispatched as crowd sizes at Ash Cave decrease, with drivers coordinating via radio. • Provide 12 buses (40‑passenger capacity each) with drivers and fuel. • Deliver 10 buses at 8 am and 2 more at 9:30 am, operating until the event ends (max 6 pm). • Supply radios for drivers (park supplies one radio) and ensure all drivers are licensed.