Bicycle-Based Mobile Business for Sale

Company: Cowichan Recyclists Ltd
Price: $ 50,000
Brochure: Download
Location: Duncan / Vancouver Island BC (This business could be run from home for the administration and coordination and for the storage of equipment and work shed.  The customers are all in Duncan, BC.)

The Owner/operator position could be part time or full time.

Description

Join the green revolution while earning money and staying fit with our turnkey bicycle-based mobile business. The Cowichan Recyclists specialize in last-mile waste pickup services, contributing to a net-negative waste approach and participating in the emerging circular economy. Established in 2007, our business boasts proven and growing revenues with a loyal customer base. No prior experience or license required, just a passion for peddling waste alternatives.

Key Features:

• Customized waste collection systems for local small to medium-sized commercial businesses and properties. All conducted by bicycle.
• Commercial organics pickup and courier service.
• Material mostly pre-sorted by customers for responsible disposal.
• Low overhead costs. Can be home-based or small shop.
• Positive environmental impact, high community engagement, health benefits.

Opportunities:

1. Competitive Pricing: Services currently underpriced compared to competitors, providing ample room for local growth.
2. Expansion Potential: Opportunity to expand operations into progressively vehicle-unfriendly downtown cores. Grant opportunities.
3. Integrated Circular Services: Offer additional value and generate higher revenues by delivering integrated circular services to existing clients.

Weaknesses:

1. Logistical Systems: There is room for improvement in coordinating pickup and staffing schedules. A customized app to manage requests, deploy staff, and track results would be beneficial before scaling.

Possible Buyers:

1. New community members/family purchase. Low barrier to entry. Instant income. Positive social connections.
2. Seniors Cooperative: Perfect for seniors looking to generate retirement income, stay fit, and contribute to environmental causes simultaneously.
3. Non-profits/social enterprises: Public/private partnership serving as a pathway to community reintegration for street community. https://www.binnersproject.org/

Price:

$50,000 CAD (Share Sale of Cowichan Recyclists Ltd)
Includes all equipment, trailers, training, and customer database.

Additional Details

• Business Information
• For Sale By : Agent

Contact 

Contact Name : Faizal Charania

Contact Email : faizal@heretohelpbbandrealty.ca

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