About EarlyBird

EarlyBird is a web application developed by the City of Charlotte to streamline the procurement process for businesses pursuing government contracts.

This platform provides access to a comprehensive listing of active bids and projects still in development from all City of Charlotte departments. With tools like keyword searches, commodity code filtering, and customizable project discovery, EarlyBird makes it easier to find opportunities that align with your business goals.

Whether you’re a seasoned vendor or exploring government contracting for the first time, EarlyBird is your trusted resource for identifying and pursuing City projects. By connecting businesses with requests for proposals (RFPs) and other contracting opportunities, EarlyBird helps local companies navigate Charlotte’s competitive procurement landscape.

How to Use EarlyBird

EarlyBird simplifies the search for contracting opportunities. Here’s how it works:

Search for Opportunities Use keywords, commodity codes, or department and category filters to discover projects tailored to your services. Further refine results by project status: “In Development,” “Active,” or “Archived.”
View Requirements Click the “Requirements” button on any opportunity to review detailed project information, including participation criteria and specific requirements.
Stay Informed Follow your selected projects through social media channels to receive real-time updates, such as changes to requirements or when a project transitions from “In Development” to “Active.” At this stage, the solicitation link becomes available, enabling you to submit your bid.

For assistance or inquiries about using EarlyBird, contact the City of Charlotte’s Procurement Department at earlybird@charlottenc.gov. EarlyBird is your key to accessing Charlotte’s contracting opportunities and connecting with impactful city projects.

EarlyBird’s Impact

The City of Charlotte is proud of EarlyBird’s role in connecting local businesses with valuable opportunities. Here’s a look at what we’ve accomplished:

Hundreds of Contract Opportunities: A growing catalog of bids and projects across the City of Charlotte’s departments, updated regularly to keep businesses informed of new opportunities.
Engaged Users: A thriving community of businesses using EarlyBird to secure contracts and expand their services.
High Website Traffic: Thousands of visits each year from businesses discovering new ways to grow and thrive.

EarlyBird isn’t just a tool, it’s a bridge to business growth and success. Ready to get started? Begin exploring today!