CARTA Construction, Engineering, and Inspection (CEI) RFQ 2026
Charleston Area Regional Transit Authority (Carta)Public Authority · North Charleston, SC- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Jason McGarry
- (843) 724-7420
The 30-second brief
The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is seeking qualifications for Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services. The selected consultant will be responsible for contract management, reviewing contractor shop drawings and submittals (including schedules), construction inspection, and materials sampling and testing. Scope also includes monitoring contractor quality acceptance testing. This solicitation may involve local funding and associated requirements. Qualifications proposals are due by September 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Inquiries should be directed to Jason McGarry, Procurement/Contracts Administrator, at [email protected].
Qualifications proposals, Shop drawings reviews, Submittals, Schedules, Construction inspection reports, Materials sampling and testing results
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Summary
The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is seeking qualifications for Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services.
The selected consultant will be responsible for contract management, reviewing contractor shop drawings and submittals (including schedules), construction inspection, and materials sampling and testing. Scope also includes monitoring contractor quality acceptance testing. This solicitation may involve local funding and associated requirements. Qualifications proposals are due by September 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Inquiries should be directed to Jason McGarry, Procurement/Contracts Administrator, at [email protected].
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Qualifications proposals
- Shop drawings reviews
- Submittals
- Schedules
- Construction inspection reports
- Materials sampling and testing results
- Submit to
- 3664 Leeds Ave, North Charleston, SC, 29405
- Scope location
- Charleston, SC
- Reported agency
- Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA)
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Charleston Area Regional Transit Authority (Carta)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 3664 Leeds Ave, North Charleston, SC, 29405. For questions, contact Jason McGarry.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Charleston Area Regional Transit Authority (Carta) in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jason McGarry at (843) 724-7420. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Qualifications proposals, Shop drawings reviews, Submittals, Schedules, Construction inspection reports, Materials sampling and testing results. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Charleston Area Regional Transit Authority (Carta)?
All active and historical solicitations from Charleston Area Regional Transit Authority (Carta) are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Charleston Area Regional Transit Authority (Carta) regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Charleston Area Regional Transit Authority (Carta) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Charleston, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
