Continuation of Dining Services – Sole Source Notice

South Carolina State University has issued a sole‑source notice to extend its existing dining‑services contract with Sodexo while the university transitions to a new student‑center facility. The university cites the incumbent’s existing staff, equipment, technology, and inventory as essential to avoid costly start‑up investments and service disruptions. The extension is described as temporary, intended to bridge the gap until a longer‑term arrangement can be negotiated for the new facilities. The contract value is indicated as $100,000+, and the procurement is justified under South Carolina Code Ann. §11‑35‑1560. • Sole‑source award to Sodexo for continued campus dining, retail, and catering services. • Intended to cover the transition period to a newly constructed student center, avoiding operational risk. • Contract amount exceeds $100k; no competitive bidding required.