The Citadel awarded a multi‑year “Alcohol Services Provider” contract to Top Shelf Catering Company, LLC. The vendor will be the exclusive (with limited exceptions) provider of alcoholic‑beverage services for campus events and the Beach Club, handling staffing, equipment rentals, licensing, and billing. Compensation is commission‑based at a minimum of 20 % of sales, with a contract ceiling of $500,000 over up to five years (one‑year base plus four optional one‑year renewals). The award follows a competitive RFP process, and the vendor must meet extensive licensing, insurance, and TIPS‑certified staffing requirements.
• Scope includes full‑service beverage provisioning for internal and external events, equipment rental, and post‑event venue restoration.
• Financial terms: %‑based commission, overtime $200/hr, and a contract ceiling of $500 k; no guaranteed minimum spend.
• Performance obligations: wait for a purchase order before work, maintain required licenses/insurance, and comply with The Citadel’s policies and South Carolina statutes.