VIB College Mattress Services

The Commonwealth of Virginia, through the Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI), is issuing an Unsealed Invitation for Bid (UIFB) for mattress recycling services to support the Virginia Industries for the Blind (VIB) Charlottesville Plant. This procurement seeks a single contractor to provide recycling services for mattresses removed from VIB's partner college(s) during a two-month period covering June and July 2026. The primary objective is to establish a sustainable recycling service that supports VIB's manufacturing operations while responsibly managing mattress waste materials. The scope of services encompasses the collection, processing, and recycling of mattresses in accordance with applicable environmental and waste management standards. The bid was posted on May 5, 2026, with a submission deadline of May 8, 2026, providing potential bidders with a three-day window to prepare and submit their proposals.

The solicitation involves two jurisdictions within Virginia: Albemarle County and Chesapeake City. While the opportunity document does not specify explicit set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) participation may be encouraged as consistent with DBVI's mission to support blind and vision-impaired individuals through employment and business opportunities. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or required technology integrations are identified in the posted materials. The contract award value and specific budget range have not been disclosed in the available documentation. Interested contractors should contact the Virginia DBVI or review the full UIFB solicitation details for additional specifications regarding pricing structures, service level agreements, and any other evaluation criteria that may influence bid competitiveness.