The National Bulk Vendors Association

What is Bulk Vending?

The vending industry is multi-billion dollar per year industry.  Bulk vending represents less than 1% of the total vending industry and is distinct and unique from the other electrically operated vending machines.

Bulk vending refers to the sale of unsorted confections, nuts, gumballs, toys and novelties (in capsules) selected at random by the customer and dispensed generally through non-electrically operated vending machines. Some bulk vendors operate electrically operated machines which consist of animated novelty and toy vending machines that dispense capsules containing the small toys and novelties and kinetic gumball machines.

Among the distinguishing features of bulk vending, therefore, is that our machines tend to be smaller, less expensive and our products generally are non-perishable. Health and safety concerns are minimal, compared to electrically operated vending machines which may dispense perishable food products. Our machines also tend to vend products for 50¢ or less.

A number of our operators also engage in other types of vending which may include kiddie rides, video games, condom machines, stickers, etc.

Our Mission Statement

The NBVA is dedicated to addressing the needs of its members, ensuring the stability of the industry as a whole by promoting individual growth and success. Objectives are accomplished through pooling the resources of industry professionals and working closely with government agencies that have a direct affect on bulk vending. The association tirelessly works to these ends while never losing sight of product safety and the highest standard of business ethics.