Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority - CEI Services for Shipwatch Square - 2026
Charleston Area Regional Transit Authority (Carta)Public Authority · North Charleston, SC- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jason McGarry
The 30-second brief
The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is requesting qualifications from multidisciplinary consultants to provide construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services for the Shipwatch Square Transit and Workforce Development Center project located at 3655 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC. The project includes construction of a new regional bus passenger facility with a 10-bus bay transfer hub, 4 on-route bus charging bays, dynamic bus bay assignments, fare vending, and an adjacent 20,000 sf steel-frame two-story office building housing waiting areas, CARTA offices, public meeting rooms, and SC Works adult education and testing facilities. The selected consultant will provide contract management, construction oversight, contractor shop drawing reviews, materials sampling and testing, erosion control and traffic control inspection, change order review, and monthly pay application reviews. Proposals are due by September 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST. Evaluation criteria include experience, qualifications, and technical competence (30%), past performance (30%), personnel experience and qualifications (20%), and approach and staff availability (20%). This procurement is subject to FTA regulations, Buy America/Build America (BABA) requirements, and the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
Experience, qualifications, and technical competence in the types of work required (30%), Past performance on projects of a comparable nature (30%), Relevant experience and qualifications of personnel to be assigned to the project (20%), Demonstration of consultant’s approach to performing the work, including an indication of the degree of availability the consultant anticipates in scheduling staff to meet project needs (20%)
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Summary
The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is requesting qualifications from multidisciplinary consultants to provide construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services for the Shipwatch Square Transit and Workforce Development Center project located at 3655 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC. The project includes construction of a new regional bus passenger facility with a 10-bus bay transfer hub, 4 on-route bus charging bays, dynamic bus bay assignments, fare vending, and an adjacent 20,000 sf steel-frame two-story office building housing waiting areas, CARTA offices, public meeting rooms, and SC Works adult education and testing facilities.
The selected consultant will provide contract management, construction oversight, contractor shop drawing reviews, materials sampling and testing, erosion control and traffic control inspection, change order review, and monthly pay application reviews. Proposals are due by September 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST. Evaluation criteria include experience, qualifications, and technical competence (30%), past performance (30%), personnel experience and qualifications (20%), and approach and staff availability (20%). This procurement is subject to FTA regulations, Buy America/Build America (BABA) requirements, and the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience, qualifications, and technical competence in the types of work required (30%), Past performance on projects of a comparable nature (30%), Relevant experience and qualifications of personnel to be assigned to the project (20%), Demonstration of consultant’s approach to performing the work, including an indication of the degree of availability the consultant anticipates in scheduling staff to meet project needs (20%)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Standard Federal Form 330
- Debarment and Suspension Certification
- Lobbying Certificate
- Signature of an authorized officer
- Submit to
- Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) 5790 Casper Padgett Way, North Charleston, SC 29406 or [email protected]
- Scope location
- North Charleston, SC
- Projected sq ft
- 20,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority
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. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) 5790 Casper Padgett Way, North Charleston, SC 29406 or [email protected]. 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. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience, qualifications, and technical competence in the types of work required (30%), Past performance on projects of a comparable nature (30%), Relevant experience and qualifications of personnel..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Charleston Area Regional Transit Authority (Carta)?
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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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Standard Federal Form 330, Debarment and Suspension Certification, Lobbying Certificate, signature of an authorized officer. 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: North Charleston, SC. The total projected area is 20000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
