College of Charleston bids, RFPs and contracts
Charleston, South Carolina12,242 students · cofc.edu- Latest contract
- Aug 3, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Open bids
- 4+
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 59
- 35 vendors
- Decision makers
- 55
The 30-second brief
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Information Technology.
4+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Residence Inn for off-Campus Housing Site Used for Students (Aug 2026) and Courtyard on Lockwood for off-Campus Housing Site Used for Students (Aug 2026).
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Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations College of Charleston is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who College of Charleston buys from, taken from council records. 59 contracts with 35 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at College of Charleston.
Questions about College of Charleston
How do I become an approved vendor for College of Charleston?
College of Charleston currently works with 35 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 55 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with College of Charleston?
Small purchases under SC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at College of Charleston include Emergency Sanitary Line Repair Approved for Sottile Theatre ($50,000+), College of Charleston Awards Sole Source Contract to StarRez for Software, and College of Charleston Board Approves Honorary Degrees and Potential Property Sale, suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does College of Charleston publish RFPs?
College of Charleston publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 522 solicitations from College of Charleston. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Administration & Finance, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at College of Charleston?
At College of Charleston, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Finance, University Events, Advancement Communications and Donor Relations, and Facilities Management. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 55 decision-makers at College of Charleston.
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What does College of Charleston spend the most on?
Based on 487 tracked contracts, College of Charleston spends most on Capital Projects (330), Administration & Finance (50), Information Technology (46), Grants (34), and Community & Outreach (27). Contract types include FACILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are College of Charleston's current vendors?
College of Charleston currently works with vendors including RESIDENCE INN, COURTYARD ON LOCKWOOD, HILTON GARDEN INN, ROOMS AT LIV ON KING, FAWCETT, GREG, and LIOLLIO. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is College of Charleston working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, College of Charleston is actively discussing: Emergency Sanitary Line Repair Approved for Sottile Theatre ($50,000+), College of Charleston Awards Sole Source Contract to StarRez for Software, and College of Charleston Board Approves Honorary Degrees and Potential Property Sale. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does College of Charleston have?
College of Charleston currently has 522 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (330), Administration & Finance (50), and Information Technology (46). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SC's state portal, and other sources.