BARD TRANSPORT INC

AUTHORIZED
5900 S ARCHER ROAD SUITE123, SUMMIT, IL, 60501|(331) 248-1691

USDOT

3062047

MC Number

55841

Fleet Size

99

Total Drivers

99

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Safety overview

BARD TRANSPORT INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in SUMMIT, Illinois, operating 99 power units with 99 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 3 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 2.1% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 10 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 194 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
85%
HOS / Fatigue
85%
👤Driver Fitness
86%
Controlled Substances
32%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
70%

Out-of-service rates vs. national average

An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.

Driver OOS rate2.1%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate12.2%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Illinois is 8.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 26.9% across 49,024 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

What are BASIC scores?

FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.

A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.

Unsafe driving
Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
HOS / Fatigue
Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
Driver fitness
Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
Controlled substances
Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
Vehicle maintenance
Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
Crash indicator
Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.

Inspections

194

Total

72%

Driver %

Driver Inspections193
Vehicle Inspections74
Driver OOS Rate2.1%
Vehicle OOS Rate12.2%

Crash history

10

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes2
Tow Crashes10

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Frequently asked questions

Is BARD TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?

Yes. BARD TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #3062047) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is BARD TRANSPORT INC's safety record?

BARD TRANSPORT INC has 3 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does BARD TRANSPORT INC operate?

BARD TRANSPORT INC operates 99 power units with 99 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does BARD TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?

No. BARD TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is BARD TRANSPORT INC located?

BARD TRANSPORT INC is based in SUMMIT, Illinois at 5900 S ARCHER ROAD SUITE123, 60501. Phone: (331) 248-1691.

What are BARD TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?

BARD TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.1%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 12.2% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.