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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  • Architectural / Engineering Services
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Utilization

  • SBE-Small Business Enterprise
  • DBE-Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
  • MBE-Minority Business Enterprise
  • WBE-Women Owned Business Enterprise

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  • $10,000 - 49,999
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  • $1,000,000 -4,999,999
  • $5,000,000 - 9,999,999
  • $10,000,000+
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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

Standby Power and Instrumentation at Tank Sites

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-18593
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-05-01
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-05-01 2026-05-01 Standby Power and Instrumentation at Tank Sites

This construction contract includes the installation of new natural gas or propane-powered generators at multiple water storage tank sites. The work also involves associated miscellaneous electrical improvements necessary to support standby power functionality. These upgrades are intended to enhance system reliability and ensure continuous operation during power outages.

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 / General Services

McDowell Lime 2nd Structure Exterior Rehabilitation

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-17942
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-31
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-31 2026-01-31 McDowell Lime 2nd Structure Exterior Rehabilitation

This project involves rehabilitation of the exterior of McDowell Lime Structure 2. The work will include repairs, repainting, and other necessary maintenance to protect the structure from environmental wear. This upkeep is to ensure the longevity of the facility.

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Water / General Services

Field Surveying Services (Geographic Information Systems Group and Cap ... Field Surveying Services (Geographic Information Systems Group and Capacity Assurance Program)

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-14816
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-10-31
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-10-31 2025-10-31 Field Surveying Services (Geographic Information Systems Group and Capacity Assurance Program)

This opportunity involves providing survey services to support Charlotte Water’s GIS and Capacity Assurance Programs, including the following tasks:

Review available data and consult with the City to clarify and define the City’s requirements.
Obtain necessary information, conduct investigations, and make reasonable efforts for the Surveyor to become familiar with the philosophy and purpose of each project.
Identify and analyze requirements from governmental authorities with jurisdiction and assist the City in obtaining the required approvals.

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Water / Architectural / Engineering Services

Elevated Water Tank Rehabilitation 

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-18590
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-01-12
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2027-01-12 2027-01-12 Elevated Water Tank Rehabilitation 

This project involves the rehabilitation of existing elevated water storage tanks to restore structural integrity and operational efficiency. Associated work includes improvements to nearby waterlines to ensure reliable connectivity to the tanks. Site work may include clearing, grading, and other modifications necessary to support the rehabilitation activities. The goal is to extend the service life of the tanks and maintain consistent water system performance.

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Water / Architectural / Engineering Services

Sewer Trunkline Modeling

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-17932
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-31
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-31 2026-01-31 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.

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Water / Architectural / Engineering Services

Statesville Road Booster Pump Station

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-18945
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-05
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-05 2025-12-05 Statesville Road Booster Pump Station

The goal of this project is to design a booster pump station along Statesville Road. The booster pump station will have a capacity of roughly 25 MGD. The purpose will be to pump into the 978 zone, providing additional capacity. The selected firm will handle design services, permitting, and construction admin services.

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Water / Architectural / Engineering Services

Professional Engineering Services for Emergency and Routine Repair Ser ... Professional Engineering Services for Emergency and Routine Repair Services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-8783
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-12-11
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-12-11 2026-12-11 Professional Engineering Services for Emergency and Routine Repair Services

Charlotte Water is soliciting Statement of Qualifications from qualified engineering firms to provide survey, design, contract administration, construction inspection services, and other engineering services as requested.  The engineering services requested will be for routine and emergency water distribution and collection system repair projects.

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Water / General Services

McAlpine Creek WWMF Digester Rehab Dewatering Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-18981
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-10-18
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-10-18 2025-10-18 McAlpine Creek WWMF Digester Rehab Dewatering Services

The McAlpine Creek Wastewater Management Facility (WWMF) digesters are critical infrastructure at the WWTP, which provide environmental stabilization of solids prior to being removed from the site for final disposal. The effectiveness and performance of the digesters and their associated equipment, piping, and valves are negatively impacted by trash, grit, etc. that has accumulated in the tanks. The McAlpine Creek Wastewater Management Facility (WWMF) digested sludge storage dewatering equipment is in need of dewatering and cleaning.

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Water / General Services

Landscape Management

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-17929
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-31
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-31 2026-01-31 Landscape Management

This contract will provide landscaping services at various Charlotte Water 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.

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