Earlybird, Business Opportunity Pipeline, City of Charlotte

Welcome to EarlyBird, the City of Charlotte Business Opportunities Pipeline! This site is a comprehensive listing of Active and In Development contracting opportunities across all City of Charlotte departments. Projects can be searched using keywords, by commodity code, or using a variety of filters to narrow down opportunities your business may be interested in participating in. Click on the orange Requirements button on the Opportunity to see additional details about the project and specific requirements that may be helpful in preparing to participate in an upcoming solicitation. You can also “follow” a project using various social media channels to get notifications when the requirements are updated, or once the project moves from “In Development” to “Active” status.

If you have questions or need assistance with this portal, contact City Procurement at earlybird@charlottenc.gov.

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In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Progressive Design-Build Services for Lee S. Dukes WTP Expansion

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-19817
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-03-23
  • Last Updated: 12/30/25
Add to Calendar 2026-03-23 2026-03-23 Progressive Design-Build Services for Lee S. Dukes WTP Expansion

This Contract is for the design and construction of the Lee S. Dukes WTP Expansion project. The first phase of this project will include the start-up of a new 18 MGD conventional treatment train and additional associated structures, processes, and appurtenances, including residuals basins, high service pumping, clearwell storage, and standby power. The Design-Builder will work with Owner and Owner’s Advisor to determine the treatment processes, final layout, sizing, and specific facilities to meet the Owner’s goals for this project. The Design-Builder will provide the resources and staff to deliver the final project that will include, but not be limited to: Facility Planning and Preliminary Design, Permitting, Detailed Design, Cost Estimating, Construction, Start-Up and Commissioning.

In Development Engineering Property Management

Department of General Services / Architectural / Engineering Services, Construction

Bryant Farms Phase 2 (Progressive Design-Build)

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-DGS-18259
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-01
  • Last Updated: 12/24/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-01 2026-01-01 Bryant Farms Phase 2 (Progressive Design-Build)

This purpose of the Bryant Farms Road Extension, Phase II project is to continue the street connection of Bryant Farms Road between Rea Road and Ardrey Kell Road. The design is anticipated to include a two-lane road with turn lanes, shared-use path on both sides of the road, and improvements at the intersections of Bryant Farms Road with Rea Road, Tom Short Road, and Ardrey Kell Road. The project will also build a crossing over Flat Branch stream and will run adjacent to the Flat Branch Nature Preserve for a portion of the project.

Interested? Learn more at our Industry Day Event on 11/17!

For additional information about the Draft RFP and to view the sign in sheet from the industry day, please see the links below.

  • Sign-In Sheet (compressed to 2.5MB):

https://charlottenc.gov/files/sharedassets/city/v/1/growth-and-development/doing-business-with-the-city/documents/solicitations/city-procurement/general-services/bryantfarmsph2/bryant-farms-ext-pii-industry-day-sign-in-sheet-2025-11-17.pdf

  • RFP (compressed to 28MB – due to large file size please allow additional time to load):

https:///files/sharedassets/city/v/1/growth-and-development/doing-business-with-the-city/documents/solicitations/city-procurement/general-services/bryantfarmsph2/rfq-bryant-farms-phase-2-2025-11-24.pdf

Please have all questions submitted by 5pm on Monday December 8, 2025 to Carlos Alzate (Carlos.Alzate@charlottenc.gov)

  • Public Industry Day Q&A:

https://www.charlottenc.gov/files/sharedassets/city/v/1/growth-and-development/projects/documents/general-services/bryant-farms/bryant-farms-rd-ext-phii-industry-day-qa.pdf 

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Riverbend Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-8347
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-03-09
  • Last Updated: 12/17/25
Add to Calendar 2026-03-09 2026-03-09 Riverbend Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The purpose and need for this construction project is to improve the storm drainage infrastructure (i.e. pipe systems and culverts) to reduce flooding and to enhance degraded stream reaches to reduce erosion and improve water quality. The project area is bordered by Ashton Drive to the north, Sharon Road to the south and east, and Park Road to the west. The existing drainage system consists of open channel and closed concrete and metal pipe systems.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Louise Ave Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-3434
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-15
  • Last Updated: 12/17/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-15 2026-04-15 Louise Ave Storm Drainage Improvement Project

This construction project is located just east of downtown along an unnamed tributary to Little Sugar Creek on Louise Ave. The purpose and need for the project is to improve the storm drainage infrastructure (i.e. pipe systems and culverts) to reduce flooding and to enhance degraded stream reaches to reduce erosion and improve water quality.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Collective AD Storm Drainage Improvement Program

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-12092
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-03-15
  • Last Updated: 12/17/25
Add to Calendar 2026-03-15 2026-03-15 Collective AD Storm Drainage Improvement Program

Collective Storm Drainage Improvement Projects Series AD will involve 3 projects throughout the City of Charlotte, 4213 Tipperary Pl, 2607 Vail Ave, 4600 Randolph Rd.  4213 Tipperary Pl will consist of a reinforced box culvert replacement as well as reinforced concrete pipe replacement and realignment, CIPP liner, storm drainage structure replacement, full depth asphalt, curb and gutter, concrete driveway, new sanitary sewer pipe and sanitary sewer structures, as well as sidewalk replacement all along Tipperary Place.  2607 Vail Ave will reroute water along Vaile Ave that will consist of new storm drainage pipe and structures as well as sanitary sewer line replacement, concrete driveway and curb replacement, as well as full depth asphalt replacement.  4600 Randolph Rd will consist of CIPP lining across Randolph Rd, a new reinforced concrete pipe alignment with structures, concrete curb, concrete driveway, full depth asphalt, and ditch work along commercial properties and an apartment complex.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / Commodities & Goods

Locks and Accessories

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-AVI-18095
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-07-01
  • Last Updated: 12/12/25
Add to Calendar 2026-07-01 2026-07-01 Locks and Accessories

CLT is seeking bids to provide locks, hardware, and accessories.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / General Services

Airport Web-Based Learning Management System

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-19702
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-06-02
  • Last Updated: 12/12/25
Add to Calendar 2026-06-02 2026-06-02 Airport Web-Based Learning Management System

To provide software, maintenance, and support for the security badge holder’s computer-based training and learning management system.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / General Services

Airport Traffic and Curb Support Services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-19691
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-05-15
  • Last Updated: 12/11/25
Add to Calendar 2026-05-15 2026-05-15 Airport Traffic and Curb Support Services

Seeking proposals for a supplier to provide direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic on the airport roadways and curb in front of the the terminal building while enforcing airport bylaws, rules, and regulations.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

FY28 Large Diameter Water & Sewer Services Contract

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-12283
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-06-01
  • Last Updated: 12/10/25
Add to Calendar 2027-06-01 2027-06-01 FY28 Large Diameter Water & Sewer Services Contract

This contract is for the continuous installation of large water and sewer services, as needed, for commercial or residential purposes with a diameter one and a half inches or larger. Customers apply for quotes for service connection and pay the applicable fees to get into the construction queue. This contract will help meet the demand for these kinds of service connections for the next two years.

In Development Engineering Property Management

Department of General Services / Construction

Safe Streets for All (SS4A) – Phase 1

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-18342
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 12/10/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Safe Streets for All (SS4A) – Phase 1

This project includes safety improvements at 8 sites, focusing on low-cost, high-impact measures such as pedestrian crossings, accessible pedestrian signals (APS), leading pedestrian intervals (LPIs), and priority projects from a Safe Routes to School study.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / General Services

Building Management Systems – Subject To Change

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-14659
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-05-30
  • Last Updated: 12/08/25
Add to Calendar 2027-05-30 2027-05-30 Building Management Systems – Subject To Change

CLT is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced companies interested in maintaining existing or providing a Building Management Systems to monitor access control, cameras, HVAC and fire detection at the main Terminal, old Terminal building and at the CLT
Center.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / General Services

McDowell Creek Capacity and Enhancement Program

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-19205
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-21
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-21 2025-11-21 McDowell Creek Capacity and Enhancement Program

This project will increase treatment capacity at the McDowell WRRF. Work will include but is not limited to designing a new BTB, RAS and WAS pumps, a new RAS distribution box, new hydro cyclones, and improvements to the blower building.