Reminder: Nominate an Outstanding School Bus Contractor
Know a contractor who deserves recognition for his or her efforts? We’re accepting nominations for SBF’s 2017 Contractor of the Year award — but only for a few more days.
Thomas McMahon・Executive Editor
June 16, 2017
1 min to read
Robert Hach (left) of Sunrise Transportation was named Contractor of the Year in 2016. SBF’s Frank Di Giacomo presented the award.
Do you know an exemplary school bus contractor who deserves recognition for his or her efforts? If so, School Bus Fleet wants to hear from you.
Each year, we look for candidates who have made significant contributions to pupil transportation through their own companies as well as through industry associations.
The deadline for nominations has been extended to Wednesday, June 21. To submit a nomination, fill out the form below.
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