RFQ Downtown Full-Service Restaurant

The City of Bennettsville is seeking qualified restaurateurs, hospitality companies, and restaurant development groups to submit Statements of Qualifications for the development and operation of a full-service, dine-in restaurant at 100 West Main Street. Located in the heart of downtown Bennettsville, South Carolina, the city-owned property is intended to become a sustainable dining destination offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner services. The selected operator will enter into a long-term lease agreement, which may include a negotiated option to purchase the property and supplemental agreements regarding the recovery of public funds invested in the site. This is a qualifications-based selection process where the contract will be awarded to the most responsible and highly qualified respondent. Submissions must be received by October 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time and must include a comprehensive company profile, relevant experience, a proposed restaurant concept, management capacity, financial qualifications, a preliminary development approach, partnership needs, and at least three professional references, along with a completed Appendix A Checklist. The City may conduct interviews and property tours before identifying a preferred respondent to negotiate final financial and lease terms. The contract is expected to be executed within 60 days of the official award.