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Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 245330 · MC-156588 · Updated Sep 6, 2026
Bison Transport Inc
1,428 power unitsavg 6.2 yrNational · 43 statesWINNIPEG, MB88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-156588 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
1,428Power units
734 observed · MCS-150
1,303Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
6.2Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Sep 6, 2026
Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 42 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1984.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 2682 inspections.
USDOT registration4242 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$3.5M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo11.3%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal1010
38 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
6.2 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
42 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1984 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
BISON TRANSPORT INC (USDOT 245330) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Sep 6, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $3,500,000 limit in force from NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY effective Feb 9, 2026 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Sep 6, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 11.3% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier received 1,532 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 856 vehicle-level and 1,532 driver-level — across 43 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier has 38 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 10 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Sep 6, 2026.
It reports 1,428 power units and 1,110 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Apr 22, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Nov 5, 2009 in the federal record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is BISON TRANSPORT INC's USDOT number?
BISON TRANSPORT INC's USDOT number is 245330, and its motor carrier number is MC-156588.
Is BISON TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
As of Sep 6, 2026, BISON TRANSPORT INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is BISON TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
BISON TRANSPORT INC has a 11.3% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 2,682 roadside inspections, with 38 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is BISON TRANSPORT INC's fleet?
BISON TRANSPORT INC operates 1,428 power units and 1,110 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is BISON TRANSPORT INC based?
BISON TRANSPORT INC is based in WINNIPEG, MB, with roadside inspections recorded across 43 states.
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