MV Transportation Contract in Tulsa Renewed

October 31, 2013 (PRLEAP.COM) Business News
DALLAS (October 31, 2013) – Today, MV Transportation, Inc., announced it has been selected to continue the paratransit and fixed night line transportation service in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Awarded by the Metropolitan Tulsa Transit Authority's (MTTA's) Board of Trustees, the new contract covers a base period of three years with two (2) additional one-year renewal options.

Under the terms of the contract, MV will continue to manage the transit operations, which includes the training and safety functions. The service will be provided using a client-furnished fleet of 50 vehicles. MV will employ approximately 80 professional operators and staff to run the transit operation.

"The company is very pleased to be selected for another contract term," said Kevin Klika, President and Chief Operating Officer for MV Transportation. "MV provides an important service for the citizens of Tulsa and we look forward to continuing our partnership with the MTTA and serving the greater Tulsa region in the years to come."

MV has operated the Tulsa paratransit and fixed night line service since 2009. Together, MV and the MTTA have instituted a number of initiatives to improve safety, efficiency and customer service. During the new contract term, MV plans to implement a new Secret Rider program in an effort to continuously look for ways to improve the customer experience. In addition, MV plans to establish new wellness programs in support of its dedicated employees.

About MV Transportation, Inc.
Based in Dallas, MV Transportation, Inc. is the largest private provider of paratransit services and the largest privately-owned passenger transportation contracting firm based in the United States. The company employs more than 16,000 dedicated transit professionals and operates more than 200 paratransit, fixed-route, shuttle and Medicaid contracts around the world.

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