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Charlotte Water is the largest public water and wastewater utility in the Carolinas, serving more than a million customers in Charlotte and the greater Mecklenburg County, including the towns of Matthews, Mint Hill, Pineville, Huntersville, Davidson, and Cornelius.

Charlotte Water awards contracts related to the improvement, maintenance, and construction of the City’s water and wastewater main systems, treatment plant upgrades and expansions, and equipment purchases. Businesses can engage with us through water bids, water RFPs, and various water contracting opportunities. Additionally, numerous contracts are awarded for commodities and services ranging from engineering to landscaping, including water treatment contracts and other water-related services.

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Charlotte Water / Construction

McAlpine Wastewater Management Facility Preliminary and Primary Treatm ... McAlpine Wastewater Management Facility Preliminary and Primary Treatment Facilities Rehabilitation

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CW-17881
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-08-03
  • Last Updated: 02/27/26
Add to Calendar 2026-08-03 2026-08-03 McAlpine Wastewater Management Facility Preliminary and Primary Treatment Facilities Rehabilitation

The project includes mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and structural rehabilitation of preliminary and primary treatment facilities at the McAlpine Creek WWMF. The facilities generally include Screenings Removal, Primary Clarifiers, Gravity Thickeners, Flow Equalization Storage, Flow Equalization Pumping, and Chemical Storage. These improvements will enhance operational reliability and efficiency.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Unspecified Time and Materials Water & Sewer Repairs

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-17894
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-05-01
  • Last Updated: 02/27/26
Add to Calendar 2026-05-01 2026-05-01 Unspecified Time and Materials Water & Sewer Repairs

The project consists of providing equipment, vehicles, machinery, implements, tools, supplies, incidentals, and skilled personnel to complete unspecified extensions, modifications, maintenance, and repairs to the existing water and
sewer system in the Charlotte Water service area.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Mallard Connector Main

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-19203
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-03-01
  • Last Updated: 02/27/26
Add to Calendar 2027-03-01 2027-03-01 Mallard Connector Main
This project provides increased hydraulic capacity to the Mallard Tank, which will enable it to trend better with the Huntersville Tank. This will eliminate the need to throttle inlet valve at Huntersville Tank, which will result in energy savings by reducing discharge HGLs at pump stations. It will also provide higher capacity for water to be leaked through the Mallard PRV from the 978 into the 882 in emergency scenarios.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Elevated Water Storage Tanks Improvements

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-18606
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-03-01
  • Last Updated: 02/27/26
Add to Calendar 2027-03-01 2027-03-01 Elevated Water Storage Tanks Improvements

This project involves the design and construction administration for the rehabilitation of five separate elevated water storage tanks. Each tank will undergo interior and exterior recoating to extend its service life and improve corrosion resistance. The scope also includes the replacement of outdated ladder systems to enhance safety and compliance. Miscellaneous piping repairs will be completed as needed to restore functionality and improve overall system performance. The project is managed to ensure coordination, quality control, and adherence to regulatory standards throughout design and construction.

 

 

 

 

 

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

McDowell Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Clarifier and Influe ... McDowell Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Clarifier and Influent Pumping Station Rehab

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-18587
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-01-01
  • Last Updated: 02/27/26
Add to Calendar 2027-01-01 2027-01-01 McDowell Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Clarifier and Influent Pumping Station Rehab

This project includes the demolition and disposal of the existing Primary Clarifier No. 5 (PC No. 5) mechanism and associated components, followed by the installation of a new Owner-procured clarifier mechanism. Additional work at PC No. 5 includes structural repairs, replacement of exposed piping and valves, modifications to existing chemical feed dosing points, and upgrades to slide and sluice gate components. At the Influent Pump Station (IPS), the project involves replacing existing grit piping and stainless steel air piping. The IPS scope also includes the replacement of slide gate seals, actuators, and stems to ensure continued operational reliability.

 

 

 

 

 

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Charlotte Water / Construction

Sanitary Sewer Point Repair and Replacements

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CW-18578
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-07-01
  • Last Updated: 02/27/26
Add to Calendar 2027-07-01 2027-07-01 Sanitary Sewer Point Repair and Replacements

This contract is for the rehabilitation of manholes, repair of sewer system defects and service laterals, installation of new sewers and manholes to replace existing, installation of cured-in-place pipe lining, pipe bursting, other miscellaneous manhole rehabilitation work, and all preparatory work such as sewer cleaning and television inspection.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / General Services

McDowell Knife Gate Valve

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-17936
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-15
  • Last Updated: 02/27/26
Add to Calendar 2025-11-15 2025-11-15 McDowell Knife Gate Valve

This contract includes the replacement of IPS knife gate valves at McDowell. The work will ensure continued reliability and functionality of the infrastructure. This involves installing functioning valves for operational control within the system.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / General Services

Water Treatment Valve Rehabilitation Services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-20146
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-02-14
  • Last Updated: 02/10/26
Add to Calendar 2026-02-14 2026-02-14 Water Treatment Valve Rehabilitation Services

The RFP seeks companies to inspect Charlotte Water’s valves to identify rehabilitation needs, maintain operational status, and minimize downtime.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

FY27 Small Diameter Water and Sewer Services Contract #1

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-20139
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-03-09
  • Last Updated: 02/09/26
Add to Calendar 2026-03-09 2026-03-09 FY27 Small Diameter Water and Sewer Services Contract #1

This contract project provides construction and installation of small diameter water and sewer service connections. These service connections are applied and paid for by external customers and installed by the Charlotte Water contractor.

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Charlotte Water / Architectural / Engineering Services

Sewer Trunkline Modeling

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CW-17932
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-07-01
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2026-07-01 2026-07-01 Sewer Trunkline Modeling

This project involves sewer trunkline modeling to support odor control efforts within the wastewater collection system. The model will help optimize system performance and identify areas where odor mitigation strategies are needed. The goal is to enhance system efficiency while minimizing odor impacts on surrounding communities.

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Charlotte Water / Commodities & Goods

Water Treatment Polymer Trials

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CW-17289
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-07-01
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2026-07-01 2026-07-01 Water Treatment Polymer Trials

The scope of this Invitation to Bid (ITB) is to establish a contract for the purchase, delivery, and other inherently related activities of liquid emulsion polymer for solids dewatering for Charlotte Water’s Franklin WTP in compliance with the specifications and terms and conditions set forth in this ITB.

Polymer Trials will take place prior to receiving bids for the polymer. All Products and parts furnished under the Contract shall be new, shall comply with the specifications and terms and conditions set forth in this ITB, and shall operate in full compliance with the Specifications.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / General Services

Pressure Washing and Exterior Cleaning Services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-19422
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-02-19
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2026-02-19 2026-02-19 Pressure Washing and Exterior Cleaning Services

Charlotte Water is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide comprehensive pressure washing services for various facilities and surfaces owned or maintained by Charlotte Water. This scope of work outlines the requirements, specifications, and expectations for pressure washing services to ensure the cleanliness, safety, and aesthetic appeal of its properties.