Passenger Carrying Vehicles

The Passenger Carrying Vehicles program within the Navy is dedicated to acquiring vehicles essential for the transportation needs of Naval Operating Forces and Shore Activities. This initiative includes buses, automobiles, ambulances, sport utility vehicles (SUVs), and carryall passenger vans with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) up to 9200 lbs. These vehicles are crucial for transporting personnel in support of official Navy business, including logistical assignments, military training, and daily operations across administrative and industrial areas.

The program aims to provide cost-effective transportation solutions for large groups by procuring various types of buses. These include school buses, intercity buses, and ambulance buses, which are vital for efficiently moving sailors, airmen, and reserve personnel. Automobiles are also acquired to facilitate the movement of smaller groups on and off base for work-related activities. Additionally, law enforcement vehicles are included to support intelligence and security missions within the Department of Defense.

Ambulances play a critical role by offering emergency transport services through modular and field ambulances capable of off-road access. These vehicles support the Medical Corps at Navy hospitals and clinics, as well as Naval Expeditionary Medical Command Units. The program also addresses the need for SUVs to transport personnel and cargo, along with carryall passenger vans that serve flight crews and maintenance teams in mission-related activities.

A significant aspect of this program is its focus on recapitalizing Navy-owned vehicle assets in areas where commercial leasing is not feasible or cost-effective. This ensures that Naval Special Warfare units have access to safety response vehicles necessary for high-risk training events conducted in remote locations. The program supports specialized training exercises by providing a fleet of passenger-carrying vehicles essential for moving personnel between various training sites, thereby enhancing operational readiness under combat-like conditions.