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Aviation Contracts With CLT Douglas

With Charlotte as the destination of a major international airport, it takes many people and skills to keep things running smoothly for passengers. Aviation contracts are available for maintenance mechanics, plumbers, carpenters, HVAC technicians, engineers, budget analysts, project managers, and more.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport is a major employment center, with more than 20,000 workers on site. The majority are employed by American Airlines, with nearly 10,000 additional workers employed by other airlines, tenants, contractors, and businesses, or government contracts. The CLT Douglas is a major contributor to the region’s economy with the Destination CLT capital development program underway, including various expansion projects to accommodate current and future passenger growth, providing RFP and contract opportunities for many. Explore aviation requests for proposals below.

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Perimeter Fence Phase II

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-19529
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-13
  • Last Updated: 12/01/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-13 2026-01-13 Perimeter Fence Phase II

Phase II of the Perimeter Fence Upgrade project aims to enhance airfield security and safety by mitigating hazards posed by large terrestrial wildlife and preventing unauthorized access to the airfield. This phase includes the replacement of approximately 21,000 linear feet of perimeter fencing along Runway 18R/36L, as well as upgrades to select airfield gates. The project will increase the fence height from 6 feet to 10 feet and implement targeted gate modifications to align with FAA Cert Alert 16-03 and the Airport Security Plan (ASP).

In Development Aviation

Aviation / General Services

Tree Obstruction Remediation

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-19531
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-03-02
  • Last Updated: 11/24/25
Add to Calendar 2026-03-02 2026-03-02 Tree Obstruction Remediation

This project involves the remediation of vegetation obstructions within the airspace surrounding CLT. Work will include tree clearing and topping in areas adjacent to the airfield and within the One Engine Inoperative (OEI) surface and Runway Protection Zone (RPZ). Vegetation will be reduced to maintain required clearances at least 20 feet below the FAA Part 77 surface. The total remediation area covers approximately 175 acres and will be completed in prioritized phases based on criticality to airport operations and safety.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / General Services

Airport Zones 2 and 3 Landscape Maintenance

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-18299
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-26
  • Last Updated: 07/14/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-26 2026-01-26 Airport Zones 2 and 3 Landscape Maintenance

This project is to perform landscape maintenance in zones two and three within the campus of Charlotte Douglas International Airport.  Zone 2 is primarily made up of areas along Billy Graham Parkway and the airport’s parking lots.  Zone 3 is primarily made up of areas along Wallace Neal Rd., ARFF Rd., West Blvd., and Piper Lane.  The daily and weekly tasks include mowing, edging, spraying, trash pickup, pruning, and mulching. These areas are to be clean and manicured to present aesthetically pleasing appearance to the public.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / Construction

Runway 18L/36R and Taxiway Delta Rehab Construction

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q4(Oct-Dec)-AVI-17499
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-12-14
  • Last Updated: 03/06/25
Add to Calendar 2026-12-14 2026-12-14 Runway 18L/36R and Taxiway Delta Rehab Construction

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (“CLT”) intends to issue an Invitation to Bid (“ITB”) for the rehabilitation construction of Runway 18L/36R and Taxiway D.  The scope of this work will include but is not limited to asphalt milling, paving, airfield electrical work, and pavement makings.