Notice of Intent to Sole Source – Public Transportation Services for Medical University of South Carolina

This contract represents a sole‑source procurement by the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) to secure public transportation services for its employees and students traveling between the downtown campus and surrounding areas. The university has identified the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) as the only entity possessing the necessary franchise rights to deliver mass‑transit services in Charleston, thereby justifying a non‑competitive award under South Carolina Code §11‑35‑1560. The contract is valued at $1,754,008 and is intended to alleviate traffic congestion and parking shortages on the MUSC campus. Key points include: • Sole‑source award to CARTA based on exclusive franchise status. • Scope: provision of regular bus routes and shuttle services for university staff and students. • Contract amount: $1,754,008 with a deadline for interested parties to submit capability notices by July 14 2026.