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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Economic Development / General Services

Small Business Readiness Curriculum Development

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)--19208
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-16
  • Last Updated: 10/22/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-16 2025-12-16 Small Business Readiness Curriculum Development

The City is seeking a qualified Company to design a comprehensive training curriculum that builds small business capacity and readiness to participate in upcoming City-led projects. The Company will be responsible for developing a Small Business Readiness Curriculum that provides small businesses with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to compete for contracting opportunities. The Company will be responsible for curriculum development only; delivery of the curriculum will be carried out by other designated facilitators and/or organizations.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Fiscal Year 2026 Street Main Extensions Contract 2

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-17887
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-15
  • Last Updated: 10/06/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-15 2026-01-15 Fiscal Year 2026 Street Main Extensions Contract 2

This contract will include the construction of street main extensions and various infrastructure projects. The contract will provide construction assistance for other capital projects as needed. It covers the entire Charlotte Water service area, ensuring water distribution system improvements.

In Development Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS Facilities – Plumbing Maintenance and Repair Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-18831
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-08
  • Last Updated: 10/03/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-08 2025-11-08 CATS Facilities – Plumbing Maintenance and Repair Services

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Facilities division is responsible for maintaining a portfolio of approximately 25 buildings, including offices, Park & Rides, Maintenance Facilties, equipment shops, that house various CATS activities.  CATS anticipates contracting for commercial plumbing services on an on-call at various locations as directed by the CATS Facilities Manager. The Company shall respond to emergency calls for service within 24 hours. Services include all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for the plumbing projects.  This would be a three year contract with two one-year renewals.

PSR # 1938

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Crestmont Drive (4724) Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-3471
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-15
  • Last Updated: 10/03/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-15 2025-12-15 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 Water

Charlotte Water / Technology Goods & Services

Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) Replacement Phase 3

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-17257
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-12
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-12 2025-12-12 Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) Replacement Phase 3

This project will upgrade the existing meter reading system to a self-reporting network and replace end of life residential meters. Existing communication endpoints not compatible with the network selected will be replaced. Most residential meters will be replaced; those meters not replaced will require a replacement register compatible with the new endpoints. Commercial meters will receive replacement registers or be replace, depending on compatibility with the selected network solution. The communication network, hourly interval data and customer access portal will improve customer experience, increase billing efficiency and accuracy, reduce system losses and operational expenses, and improve system monitoring and planning.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Fiscal Year 2026 Street Main Extensions Contract 1

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-17885
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-15
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-15 2026-01-15 Fiscal Year 2026 Street Main Extensions Contract 1

This contract includes the construction of multiple street main extensions and other miscellaneous infrastructure projects. It will provide construction assistance on an as-needed basis for other capital projects. The scope covers the entire Charlotte Water service area, ensuring water distribution system improvements where necessary.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Collective AJ

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-19045
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-15
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-15 2025-11-15 Collective AJ

Collective AJ will consist of 4 projects (2033 Teddington Dr, 435 Norwood Drive, 2316 Kilborne Dr, and 10513 Moss Mill Ln).

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Wood Dale Ter 2022

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-19043
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-15
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-15 2025-12-15 Wood Dale Ter 2022

Project consists of removing a gabion wall and replacing it with a new segmental block wall.  Minimal stream impacts will be made only to install wall. Partial storm system in ROW will be removed and replaced with no outfall impacts.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / General Services

Site Clean-Up

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-17934
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-31
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-31 2026-01-31 Site Clean-Up

This contract will provide for the removal of industrial waste and debris from various Charlotte Water sites. Work may include hazardous material handling and environmental remediation as required. Proper site clean-up ensures compliance with environmental regulations and maintains safe working conditions.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / General Services

Wastewater Treatment Site Landscape Management

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-18186
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-31
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-31 2026-01-31 Wastewater Treatment Site Landscape Management

This contract will provide landscaping services at various Charlotte Water wastewater treatment locations. Work may include mowing, tree trimming, and general upkeep of facility grounds. The task is to maintain these areas, improving site aesthetics and safety.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / General Services

Leak Detection Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-18576
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-28
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-28 2025-11-28 Leak Detection Services

Charlotte Water is seeking to contract with a qualified firm to provide professional water leak detection services across its residential service lines and public water mains. The selected vendor will be expected to utilize specialized tools and systems capable of detecting underground leaks and identifying areas of current loss with precision and minimal disruption. Services may involve advanced acoustic, chemical, and pressure-based testing methods, along with the use of pipeline diagnostic equipment to support field verification. This work will contribute to Charlotte Water’s ongoing efforts to reduce non-revenue water, improve infrastructure reliability, and proactively manage aging assets.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Fiscal Year 2026 Street Main Extensions Contract 3

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-17889
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-15
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-15 2026-01-15 Fiscal Year 2026 Street Main Extensions Contract 3

This contract will focus on the construction of street main extensions and other necessary infrastructure projects. It will also serve as an on-call contract for capital project construction support. The work will be performed throughout Charlotte Water’s service area, ensuring continued system reliability and expansion where needed.