Operation of Low-Barrier Emergency Shelter at 2000 Holiday Drive

The City of Charlottesville is awarding an emergency‑basis contract to operate a low‑barrier emergency shelter located at 2000 Holiday Drive. The selected vendor, CASS Shelter Operations, LLC, will be responsible for day‑to‑day shelter management, including intake, housing, basic services, and coordination with social service partners during the emergency period. This award bypasses the usual competitive bidding process due to a declared emergency under Virginia Code § 2.2‑4303. • Contract awarded on 8/26/2026 (emergency basis) • Service: operation of a low‑barrier emergency shelter • Location: 2000 Holiday Drive, Charlottesville, VA • Vendor: CASS Shelter Operations, LLC • Closing date for the original solicitation: 9/7/2026 (though award already made) • No public pre‑bid meeting, site visit, or Q&A period listed • Primary contact: Vernice Grooms, Purchasing Agent (email provided) • Likely short‑term but unspecified duration; could be ongoing until the emergency subsides.