Cornerstone Bus Leasing and Rentals

What Cornerstone Bus Leasing and Rentals does

Cornerstone Bus Leasing & Rentals is a US-based private transportation services company that rents and leases mid-sized shuttle buses, coaches, and paratransit vehicles to commercial, institutional, and personal-use customers. Founded as an affiliate of Davey Coach Sales LLC and backed by Progress Equity Partners, the company operates fleets ranging from 5-passenger vans to 45-passenger buses, including ADA-compliant wheelchair accessible units, 4x4 off-road specialty vehicles, and executive/limousine configurations. It also offers a catalog of upgrade options covering winter packages (ski racks, automatic tire chains, studless tires), audio/visual systems, custom graphics (delivered via affiliate Big Picture Graphics), bike racks, beverage centers, sofa seating, and trailer hitches.

The core business model blends short-term rentals (1–30 days), long-term leases (6 months–6 years), and seasonal leases, with usage-based mileage fees ($0.55/mile) and per-mile delivery/pickup charges ($1.75/mile from Sedalia, CO). Customers are served through a direct sales motion: an online quote wizard, phone sales (303-683-3551 / 844-4YOURBUS), and email inquiries, with delivery across the Western US and beyond. The customer base is broadly segmented across ski resorts, summer camps, churches, assisted living facilities, hotels and resorts, colleges and universities, tour operators, charter services, and personal events such as weddings and corporate functions.

The company is headquartered in Sedalia, Colorado, with additional offices in Norwalk, California, and an operations presence in Indiana. It is staffed by a small disclosed leadership team (Director of Leasing & Fixed Operations, Director of Business Development & IT, and a Sales Consultant), with full operational support inherited from Davey Coach Sales' 30-year history and its 15 bus manufacturer relationships. The Cornerstone website was formally launched in January 2016, though the underlying operational activity extends back more than a decade.

Name

Cornerstone Bus Leasing and Rentals

Legal name

Cornerstone Bus Leasing & Rentals

Website

https://cornerstonebusleasing.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cornerstone Bus Leasing & Rentals is a US-based private shuttle bus and paratransit vehicle rental and leasing company, a division of Davey Coach Sales LLC (PE-backed by Progress Equity Partners), serving commercial, institutional, and personal-use customers across the Western and Midwestern United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Bus and Shuttle Rental Services

NAICS

Charter Bus Industry (48551), Special Needs Transportation (485991), Automotive Equipment Rental and Leasing (5321)

SIC

Services-Auto Rental & Leasing (No Drivers) (7510)

akta.pro primary industry

Coach & Bus Charter Fleet Rental (With/Without Driver) (TLABADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Accessible/Paratransit Bus & Coach Leasing/Rental (Wheelchair-Equipped) (TLABADAG), Tour Bus Leasing/Rental (Sightseeing) (TLABADAK)

Keywords

• Bus rental services
• Shuttle bus leasing
• Paratransit vehicle rental
• ADA accessible transportation
• Commercial fleet leasing

Headquarters

HQ city

Sedalia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Short-term Bus Rentals: Rental periods from 1 day to 30 days for buses, shuttles, coaches and paratransit vehicles. Includes regular passenger vans and high-end executive buses.
2. Long-term Bus Leasing: Bus leases ranging from 6 months to 6 years with competitive monthly rates. Vehicles include non-CDL buses (up to 15 passengers) and CDL buses with higher seating capacity.
3. Seasonal Bus Leasing: Single or multiple year seasonal leases for businesses that only need vehicles during specific seasons (e.g., ski resorts, summer camps).
4. Delivery and Pickup Services: Delivery and pickup of vehicles to customer locations with per-mile charges.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Cornerstone Bus Leasing and Rentals rents and leases buses, shuttles, coaches, and paratransit vehicles for group transportation needs. Offerings include short-term rentals (1-30 days), long-term leases (6 months to 6 years), and seasonal leases, with vehicle capacity from 5 to 45 passengers, ADA-compliant wheelchair-accessible units, 4x4 specialty vehicles, and executive/limousine coaches. The company also provides vehicle delivery and pickup services and a catalog of upgrade options such as winter packages, audio/visual systems, custom wraps, and beverage centers.

Product overview

Cornerstone Bus Leasing and Rentals is a bus and shuttle rental and leasing company offering a comprehensive portfolio of passenger transportation vehicles and services. The company operates as a division of Davey Coach Sales and has been in business for over a decade (established 1992 as part of Davey Coach). Their core offerings include short-term rentals (1-30 days), short and long-term leases (6 months to 6 years), and seasonal leasing programs. The vehicle fleet spans multiple capacity tiers: 10-15 passenger minibuses (non-CDL in most states), 16-27 passenger buses, 28-34 passenger buses, and 35+ passenger buses (all requiring CDL). They offer three finish levels—Standard, Upgraded, and Executive—along with specialty vehicles including wheelchair accessible/ADA-compliant units, 4x4 off-road vehicles, and executive/limousine buses. A comprehensive catalog of upgrade options complements the core offerings, including winter packages (ski racks, tire chains, snow tires), audio/visual entertainment systems, custom graphics/vehicle wraps, beverage centers, and various storage and convenience features. The company also provides delivery and pickup services from their Colorado location.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bus Rentals Short-term rental of buses, shuttles, coaches, and paratransit vehicles for periods from 1 to 30 days, accommodating groups of 5 to 45 passengers. Used by event organizers, tour operators, and personal-event customers needing temporary group transportation.
• Bus Leasing Short and long-term leasing of buses and shuttle buses for terms from 6 months to 6 years, with competitive monthly rates. Vehicles include non-CDL options (up to 15 passengers) and CDL buses with higher seating capacity, with full-service maintenance included.
• Seasonal Bus Leasing Flexible bus leasing for businesses and organizations that only need vehicles during specific seasons of the year, offered as single or multiple year seasonal leases. Used by ski resorts, summer camps, and similar seasonal operators.
• Bus Delivery and Pickup Service Delivery and pickup of rented or leased vehicles to customer locations, charged at $1.75 per mile from the Sedalia, CO facility. Available to customers who cannot visit a physical location.

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Davey Coach Sales LLCcoreOthersCornerstone Bus Leasing & Rentals is an affiliate company of Davey Coach Sales LLC, a leading dealer and lease fleet provider of new and used mid-sized shuttle bus and specialty transportation vehicles. Davey Coach Sales represents 15 bus manufacturers and has been in business for 30 years.
• Big Picture GraphicscoreTechnology or IntegrationBig Picture Graphics is an affiliate company offering certified, high quality vehicle wrap and graphic solutions. Provides custom vehicle graphics and full vehicle wraps for Cornerstone buses.
• 15 Bus ManufacturerscoreOthersDavey Coach Sales represents 15 bus manufacturers serving diverse end-markets including senior and assisted living, resort and lodging, pupil transportation, government transit, and parking operations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• National Bus Sales: Multi-location bus dealer and leasing company offering new and used shuttle and charter buses for sale, rental, and lease across the US. Comparable to Cornerstone in both product breadth (capacity tiers and specialty vehicles) and rental/lease commercial model.
• Creative Bus Sales: National shuttle and commercial bus dealer with locations across the Sun Belt offering sales, leasing, and upfit services. Comparable to Cornerstone in capacity tiers (minibus through motorcoach), custom upfitting, and lease-to-own programs.
• MTRWestern / Mears Transportation: Regional charter and shuttle bus operator serving the Western US, including resort and ski-area transportation. Comparable to Cornerstone in Western geography, resort/hospitality customer mix, and group transportation services.
• Midwest Bus Sales: Commercial bus dealer serving the Midwest and beyond with sales, leasing, and rental of shuttle and specialty buses. Comparable to Cornerstone in lease term structures, ADA/wheelchair-accessible vehicles, and small/medium bus leasing.
• BusBank: Online charter bus rental marketplace aggregating operator supply for group transportation bookings nationwide. Competes with Cornerstone for the same charter/group travel customer, but operates as a marketplace rather than a fleet owner.
• A-Z Bus Sales: California-based school, shuttle, and commercial bus dealer with leasing and rental services across multiple Western and Southwestern states. Overlaps directly with Cornerstone's Colorado/California footprint, ADA-accessible offerings, and mid-size shuttle focus.
• GOGO Charters: Charter bus booking platform connecting customers to motorcoach and minibus operators across the US. Direct competitor for Cornerstone's group/charter customer base with a more digital-first distribution model.
• Coach USA / Coach America: One of the largest private charter, tour, and shuttle bus operators in North America with multi-state service. Directly comparable to Cornerstone in providing short- and long-term charter bus rentals and leases to group and institutional customers.

Broad incumbents

• Blue Bird Corporation: Large North American bus manufacturer with dealer and leasing channels serving school, shuttle, and commercial markets. A broader incumbent in the same vehicle category Cornerstone leases, with shared dealer economics rather than direct rental competition.
• REV Group: Public manufacturer of specialty vehicles including shuttle buses (Collins Bus), Elkhart Coach, and E-ONE. A larger incumbent supplying and operating in the same specialty bus categories Cornerstone rents; broader portfolio but overlapping end-customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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