# Charleston Civicplus #26-P024R

Full-service vending machine and micro-market services for City of Charleston facilities

**Posted:** October 08, 2026
**Respond By:** November 10, 2026
**Identifier:** 26-P024R
**NAICS:** 454210

The City of Charleston is seeking a full-service provider to operate vending machines and micro-markets at City facilities.
- **Buyer:** City of Charleston, Procurement Division; solicitation 26-P024R.
- **Services requested:** Provide and maintain traditional vending equipment and micro-markets, and stock food, beverages, snacks, healthy options, and sundries. Equipment selection depends on available space at each facility.
- **Equipment requirements:** Equipment must be new or like new, accessible under ADA requirements, energy-efficient, and current state-of-the-art. Traditional machines must have card readers; micro-markets must include self-checkout kiosks with transaction cameras and multiple payment options.
- **Service and reporting:** Provide service availability on the City's schedule, respond to out-of-order equipment within three hours, and provide loaner equipment for major breakdowns. Obtain City approval for products and prices, and submit monthly itemized gross-sales reports. Compensation to the City is based on a percentage of gross sales.
- **Locations and term:** Services cover City offices, operational facilities, and parking garages. The agreement has an initial one-year term, with up to four additional one-year extensions at the City's option.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No equipment manufacturers, product brands, or prospective vendors are named. Written questions are directed to Robin B. Robinson.
- **Products and quantities:** No specific product models, part numbers, or quantities are identified.

### Description

The City of Charleston is seeking proposals from a qualified contractor to install, maintain, service, repair, and upkeep vending equipment at various City facilities. The contractor will provide food, beverages, and snacks using traditional vending equipment and micro-market equipment, depending on the space available at each facility. Questions must be submitted in writing to Robin B. Robinson by 1:00 PM on October 21, 2026. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM.

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