Charleston Civicplus #26-P017R

Charleston Seeks Operator for Community Convenience/Grocery Store at James Lewis Apartments

The City of Charleston Procurement Division is seeking proposals for a qualified operator to lease and manage a convenience/grocery store at the Entrepreneurial Resource Center within the James Lewis Apartments. - Government Buyer: - City of Charleston Procurement Division - Office: City of Charleston Procurement Division - Products/Services Requested: - Operation and management of a convenience/grocery store - Store to sell: commercially pre-packaged food, fresh fruits and vegetables, grab-and-go meals, medical supplies, household items, and other neighborhood goods - No on-site food preparation permitted (per DHEC regulations) - Alcohol, lottery, and tobacco sales are prohibited - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; the City will provide major equipment and store fit-out at no cost to the operator - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Operator must have at least three years of retail operation experience - Store space and major equipment are provided by the City - Must comply with Small Business Enterprise participation requirements - Store must be open to both residents and the public - Initial contract term is five years, with up to two one-year extensions possible

Description

The City of Charleston is soliciting proposals for a Corner Store Operator to operate a convenience/grocery store at 91 Hanover St. The City will provide a sustainably upfitted store including major equipment at no cost to the operator. No on-site food preparation is permitted; only commercially pre-packaged food may be sold. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 23, 2026, and questions must be submitted in writing by July 24, 2026. Proposals are due by August 11, 2026.

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