We’re seeking an operator for a convenience/grocery store at the James Lewis Apartments, 91 Hanover Street, Charleston, SC 29403.
Due
November 19, 2026
6 days left
Location
Charleston, SC
South Carolina
Posted on
scbo.sc.gov
Notice ID
26-P023R
Please quote operating a convenience and grocery store in a 2,225 square foot space at the James Lewis Apartments, 91 Hanover Street, Charleston, SC 29403.
Space: 2,225 SF with two refrigerated merchandisers, one freezer merchandiser and a hand sink provided; operator maintains and repairs the equipment.
Term: Five years with two optional one-year renewals; expected start January to February 2027.
Products: Fresh produce, prepackaged grab-and-go meals, medical supplies and household essentials; no on-site food preparation, tobacco or lottery sales.
Floor area: More than 51% for neighborhood grocery goods; beer and wine limited to 10%.
Hours: Open to residents and the public within 8:00am to 9:00pm, seven days a week.
Experience: Proven retail operating capacity and 3 to 5 years of experience, preferably in convenience or grocery stores.
Please confirm availability and send your quote by November 19, 2026.
The original documents
Deadline: November 19, 2026
See the original on scbo.sc.gov
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What they need
Space2,225 SF with two refrigerated merchandisers, one freezer merchandiser, and a hand sink provided; operator handles equipment maintenance and repairs.
TermFive years with two optional one-year renewals; anticipated start January–February 2027.
CostsFirst-year rent of $1,500/month, increasing by $250/month annually, plus estimated operating expenses of $600/month. Operator pays separately metered water and electricity and funds startup costs.
ProductsFresh produce, commercially prepackaged grab-and-go meals, medical supplies, and household essentials. No on-site food preparation, tobacco, or lottery sales. More than 51% of floor area dedicated to neighborhood grocery goods; beer/wine limited to 10%.
HoursProposed public operating hours must fall within 8:00am–9:00pm, seven days per week; serve residents and the general public.
ExperienceDemonstrated retail operating capacity and 3–5 years of experience, preferably in convenience/grocery stores.
Past history: who won Maintenance & Repair work in South Carolina
Recent federal contract awards (federal buyers) in the same industry in South Carolina, from USAspending.gov. These are comparable jobs, not earlier rounds of this exact solicitation.
Typical award:$8,189 to $67Kmiddle half of 15 recent awards · median $22K
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