USDOT 749373
ACTIVE

RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY

265 MELROSE STREET PROVIDENCE, RI 02907

RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY is a large-scale intrastate carrier based in RI, operating 359 power units with 530 drivers. It is classified as a authorized for-hire carrier.

Authority Status
ACTIVE
Operating Since
May 20, 1998
28 years
Meets 6-Mo. Minimum
Yes
Power Units
359
Drivers
530
Driver:Truck Ratio
1.48:1
Safety Rating
Not Rated
State
Rhode Island

What This Means

A 1.48:1 driver-to-truck ratio indicates surplus drivers relative to equipment, which can mean team-driving capability or flexible scheduling.

Active authority for over 28 years is a strong indicator of operational stability. Long-tenured carriers have survived market cycles and regulatory changes.

With 359 power units, this is a mid-to-large carrier likely running dedicated lanes or contract freight. Fleet scale generally correlates with operational consistency.

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Liability Insurance
$750,000 — Active
Cargo Insurance
$100,000 — Active
Vehicle OOS Rate
Verified against national average
Driver OOS Rate
Verified against national average
Crash History
Full crash record analysis
SAM.gov Exclusions
No matches found
OFAC SDN Check
No matches found
Adverse News
No adverse results
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AI Risk Assessment
MEDIUM — Review recommended before dispatch

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