How to bid on the Eastside Corner Store opportunity for the City of Charleston

What the City is seeking

The City of Charleston is seeking a qualified vendor to operate a convenience and grocery store in an existing space in Charleston, South Carolina. The solicitation number is 26-P023R.

This opportunity may suit a firm with experience operating a grocery or convenience store and the capacity to provide services in an existing space.

Key dates and deadline

A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for November 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at 91 Hanover Street. Questions must be submitted in writing by 11:00 a.m. on November 6, 2026.

Responses are due November 19, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET. The solicitation documents will explain how to submit; follow their instructions and ensure your response arrives before the deadline.

Who this opportunity may suit

This solicitation is relevant to convenience and grocery store operators, including small businesses that can manage services in an existing retail space. Review the full requirements to confirm the opportunity fits your firm's experience and capabilities.

How to get the solicitation and respond

Select “View original source” to open the ad in the South Carolina Business Opportunities Online Edition. The ad identifies the buying agency and where to obtain the full solicitation documents. Viewing is public and does not require an account.

Obtain the documents from the location identified in the ad, then follow the solicitation’s response instructions. Submit written questions to [email protected] by the stated questions deadline.

Prepare a careful response

Review the full solicitation for the requested services, submission requirements, and evaluation details. Make a checklist of every required item and confirm your response addresses the requirements for operating the store.

Consider attending the site visit to understand the existing space; attendance is not mandatory. Prepare questions in writing and send them by the stated deadline. Allow time to check your submission for completeness and deliver it as instructed before the deadline.