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.

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In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Crestmont Drive (4724) Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-3471
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-05-10
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2026-05-10 2026-05-10 Crestmont Drive (4724) 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.  This project is under review.  Location and project details will be provided after the review is complete.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Craighead/Tryon Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-11515
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-05-14
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2026-05-14 2026-05-14 Craighead/Tryon Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The Craighead/Tryon Storm Drainage Improvement Project is bordered by Glory Street to the north, Little Sugar Creek to the south, Sugar Creek Road to the east and Craighead Road to the west. The existing drainage system consists of pipe system under city-maintained road, state-maintained road, and private property. The improvements include pipe system upgrades.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

718 Harwyn Dr. Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-19041
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-06-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2026-06-15 2026-06-15 718 Harwyn Dr. Storm Drainage Improvement Project

Project proposed to replace an existing culvert system under Harwyn Dr. with 2 – 3×5 box culverts, as well as a pipe cleaning effort through the triple 54” RCP culvert at downstream Eaves Ln.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Reddman Road Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-9158
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-06-17
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2026-06-17 2026-06-17 Reddman Road Storm Drainage Improvement Project

Work performed under this contract will consist of storm water infrastructure repair and improvement projects within the city limits of Charlotte, NC.  Work will involve mobilization, earthwork, drainage structures, storm drain pipe systems, and channels. Work will also include working over, under, near, and around existing private utilities, asphalt paving, concrete flatwork, landscaping and any associated work required by the Engineer.  Other work may include structural foundation protection, storm water pipe lining, storm water pipe joint and structure repair, water and sewer (relocations, installations and adjustments).  Storm Water maintenance work may be located entirely within the street right-of-way or within storm drainage easements.

 

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Pella Rd 6212 Project Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-17295
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-07-04
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2026-07-04 2026-07-04 Pella Rd 6212 Project Storm Drainage Improvement Project

Project consist of joint repairs and the lining of 563 LF of 66 CMP with CIPP.  Three non-standard and three standard structures will be removed/replaced as well as two headwalls.  57 LF of 24 inch RCP will be removed and replaced. A rip rap apron will be revised/installed.  70 LF of an 8″ water main will also be relocated.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Morning Dale Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-17356
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-07-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2026-07-15 2026-07-15 Morning Dale Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The Morning Dale Storm Drainage Improvement Project will reduce street and structure flooding throughout the neighborhood. Located within a drainage area of approximately 560 acres, the project will replace and/or rehabilitate aging infrastructure and provide adequate drainage system capacity. This project area is bordered by Hinson Drive to the north, Stratfordshire Drive to the south, Tadlock Place to the east and Morning Dale Road to the west.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Shamrock Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-3459
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-04-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-04-15 2027-04-15 Shamrock Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project

This construction project is located near The Plaza and Shamrock Drive and has been identified to address flooding, erosion, and pipe failure in the project area.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Rhodes Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-17360
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-03-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-03-15 2027-03-15 Rhodes Storm Drainage Improvement Project

Rhodes SDIP is a minor bid project that was created to address the service request at 3738 Rhodes and is located on the City project dashboard.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Laurel Avenue Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-9836
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-03-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-03-15 2027-03-15 Laurel Avenue Storm Drainage Improvement Project

This project is bordered by Laurel Avenue to the north, Dotger Avenue to the south, Randolph Road to the east and Hempstead Place to the west.  The existing drainage system consists of closed pipe systems.  This drainage system is currently undersized and street flooding has been reported on Colville Road and building flooding has been reported on Cranbrook Lane.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Eastway Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-17293
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-03-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-03-15 2027-03-15 Eastway Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The project involves analysis of existing conditions to determine areas suitable for improvement, planning analysis of improvement alternatives, and the design and construction of the needed improvements in the Eastway Storm Drainage Improvement Project (SDIP) area.

The Eastway Storm Drainage Improvement Project is bordered by Arnold Drive to the north, Central Avenue to the south, Temple Lane to the east and Eastway Drive to the west.  This project area is within a drainage area of approximately 200 acres and the improvements may include pipe system upgrades and channel improvements.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Bruns Academy Water Quality Enhancement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-19585
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-02-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-02-15 2027-02-15 Bruns Academy Water Quality Enhancement Project

There is an existing wetlands system and stream adjacent to the Bruns Academy that are in need of improvements. The intent of this project is to reset an existing wetlands system to its original design and provide enhancement, where applicable. Wetland restoration efforts will include regrading, sodding and planting of vegetation,  installation of a new pedestrian bridge and retaining wall.  Additionally, stream improvements, such as regrading banks and adding riffles, are proposed. The proposed improvements will enhance the overall performance of the system for conveying and treating stormwater.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Barrington Drive 5919 Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-7056
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-02-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-02-15 2027-02-15 Barrington Drive 5919 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.  This project is under review.  Location and project details will be provided after the review is complete.