Bonafide dispatches Conestoga carriers on premium freight that needs flatbed loading flexibility plus weather protection — without the tarp.
Conestoga dispatch is dispatch service for Conestoga (curtain-side) flatbed trailers. Bonafide books loads that need flatbed-style loading but weather protection — machinery, packaged steel, building materials — for Conestoga carriers nationwide.
Bonafide provides conestoga dispatch nationwide, with verified market coverage in Texas, New Jersey, New York, California. Percentage of gross, carrier keeps authority, no contracts.
Before talking lanes and rates, review the equipment, operating authority, and coverage needed for this freight.
From signup to settlement — a simple, transparent process built around how owner-operators and fleets actually run.
15 minutes on the phone — lanes, equipment, target RPM, home time. No commitment.
Carrier-dispatch agreement, W-9, MC + DOT, and a COI listing Bonafide as Certificate Holder.
We get you set up under your MC with our vetted broker network and credit-check every broker before booking.
We source conestoga loads from DAT, Truckstop, and direct partners, then negotiate up from the posted rate.
We send the rate confirmation for your sign-off. Nothing books without you.
We chain loads 2–3 days out, track delivery, recover detention/TONU, and send weekly settlement summaries.
Profitable hauling starts with knowing your true cost per mile and break-even revenue before accepting any load. Compare your target rate against market spot averages and operational expenses.
Real freight, sourced from DAT, Truckstop, and direct broker partners — matched to your equipment and lane preferences.
| Feature | Bonafide Dispatch | Self-dispatch | Freight broker |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–10% of gross — no setup fees | |||
| No forced dispatch | |||
| Negotiates every rate | Negotiates against you | ||
| Handles broker setup + paperwork | |||
| Detention + TONU recovery | On your time | ||
| Round-the-clock support on active loads | |||
| Keeps 100% of MC authority | Re-brokers under theirs |
Concise, AI-extractable answers to the questions drivers and fleets ask most.
Conestoga dispatch is dispatch service for Conestoga (curtain-side) flatbed trailers. Bonafide books loads that need flatbed-style loading but weather protection — machinery, packaged steel, building materials — for Conestoga carriers nationwide.
A Bonafide dispatcher sources conestoga loads from DAT, Truckstop, and direct broker partners, negotiates the rate, sends the rate confirmation for your approval, then handles broker setup, BOLs, and detention recovery — you stay on the truck, we work the phones.
Conestoga Dispatch is built for conestoga owner-operators, conestoga fleets — carriers who want professional load sourcing and rate negotiation without giving up their MC authority.
Bonafide charges 6–10% of gross load revenue for conestoga dispatch — no setup fees, no monthly minimums, no contracts. Pricing is finalized after a free quote call.
Carriers who use Bonafide conestoga dispatch typically see tarp-free weather protection; premium freight access; faster load/unload, while keeping 100% control of their authority and home time.
Bonafide conestoga dispatch is billed at 6–10% of gross load revenue, quoted on your free consultation. There are no setup fees, no forced dispatch, and no contracts.
No. You set your home base, preferred lanes, minimum rate per mile, and equipment availability. We negotiate and present loads; you approve or decline every load before booking.
A Conestoga features a motorized or manual rolling tarp system mounted on an open flatbed or step deck frame. The curtain rolls back in minutes to allow overhead crane or side forklift loading, then glides forward and locks to fully protect cargo from road grime and weather without manual tarping or chain abrasion.
Yes. Shippers of sensitive freight (finished steel coils, polished architectural metal panels, aerospace components, and painted machinery) prefer Conestoga trailers because tarps cannot rub or damage the product surface. Brokers pay an average $150 to $400 premium over standard flatbed rates for verified Conestoga equipment.
No. The rigid curtain frame cannot extend beyond standard legal width (8'6") and height limitations. Attempting to force over-dimensional freight under a Conestoga curtain will damage the tracks and rolling mechanism. Over-width and over-height cargo must move on open step deck or RGN.
Brokers and shippers will inspect curtain integrity at loading. Tears, worn seals, or malfunctioning tension locks can lead to water leakage and cargo claims. We verify your curtain is in sound condition and ensure your cargo insurance policy has no exclusions for curtain-side trailers.
Conestoga operators routinely save 1 to 2 hours at every pickup and delivery compared to flatbed drivers who must unroll, spread, bungee, and fold heavy tarps in severe weather. This rapid turnaround allows our dispatchers to sequence tighter reload schedules and increase weekly driving hours.
