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 water

Charlotte Water / General Services

Sugar Creek Storage Tanks Cleanout

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-17940
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-10-15
  • Last Updated: 07/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-10-15 2025-10-15 Sugar Creek Storage Tanks Cleanout

This contract includes cleaning out storage tanks at the Sugar Creek facility. The work will remove accumulated debris and ensure the tanks remain in good working condition. This maintenance is to extend the lifespan of these critical infrastructure assets.

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Charlotte Water / Construction

McDowell Knife Gate Valve

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-17936
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-15
  • Last Updated: 07/16/25
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.

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Charlotte Water / Construction

McAlpine WWTP Biosolids Treatment Facility Reliability

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-14162
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-10-31
  • Last Updated: 07/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-10-31 2025-10-31 McAlpine WWTP Biosolids Treatment Facility Reliability

This will be an Invitation to Bid for Charlotte Water. This project will involve the rehabilitation of Biosolids Treatment Facilities. Facilities generally include digesters, digester control buildings, biogas conditioning facilities, digested sludge storage tanks, and dewatering buildings.

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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: 07/16/25
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.

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Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Louise Ave Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-3434
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-09-15
  • Last Updated: 07/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-09-15 2025-09-15 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.

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Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Craighead/Tryon Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-11515
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-09-14
  • Last Updated: 07/16/25
Add to Calendar 2024-09-14 2024-09-14 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.

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Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Collective AF Storm Drainage Improvement Project:

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-12654
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-08-15
  • Last Updated: 07/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-08-15 2025-08-15 Collective AF Storm Drainage Improvement Project:

Collective Storm Drainage Improvement Projects Series AF will involve 3 projects throughout the City of Charlotte 6112 Bridlewood Ln, 6108 Bridlewood Ln, 6032 Bridlewood Ln. 6112 Bridlewood Ln will consist of lining approx. 149 LF 15” RCP; 243 LF 30” RCP; 151 LF 36” RCP with CIPP. Scope also includes replacing rerouting the existing system into the r/w and adding approx. 177 42” RCP and 122 LF of 34×53 elliptical pipe and storm drainage structure replacement. There will also be approx. 418 LF of sewer replacement with 8” DIP. Pavement resurfacing and curb and gutter replacement are also to be included in this project. 6108 Bridlewood Ln will consist of removing an existing CMP pipe and replacing with approx. 31 LF of 9×7 RCBC. A temporary pedestrian bridge will be added to cross the creek during time of construction for the property owners. The scope is also to include approx. 31LF of 15” RCP replacement along with replacement of (1) CB, concrete driveway replacement, curb and gutter and pavement resurfacing. There will also be grading around the existing creek that will tie into (2) new HWs. 6032 Bridlewood Ln will consist of removing an existing CMP pipe and replacing with approx. 30 LF of 9×7 RCBC. A temporary pedestrian bridge will be added to cross the creek during time of construction for the property owners. The scope is also to include concrete driveway replacement, curb and gutter, and pavement resurfacing. There will also be grading around the existing creek that will tie into (2) new HWs.                

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Aviation / Technology Goods & Services

On Call Technology Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-AVI-14734
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-09-30
  • Last Updated: 07/15/25
Add to Calendar 2025-09-30 2025-09-30 On Call Technology Services

Contract(s) will be used to provide maintenance and support for systems purchased under these Contracts.   The goal of the Technology On-Call IT Contract is to support all airport management services leveraging technology systems as needed including but not limited to parking, baggage, gate management, commerce, connectivity, wayfinding, security, ticketing, etc. Services may be applied to any type of airport system. Contracts may include additional software licenses, services, and hardware.  The contracts will provide Aviation the necessary flexibility to ensure the needs of the rapidly changing environment are met.  It is critical to ensure the Airport’s technology systems are stable and safe to allow tenants to connect to their own technology systems.

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Collective AE Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-12652
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-08-15
  • Last Updated: 07/14/25
Add to Calendar 2025-08-15 2025-08-15 Collective AE Storm Drainage Improvement Project

Collective Storm Drainage Improvement Projects Series AE will involve 3 projects throughout the City of Charlotte, 3880 Jeff Adams Dr, 4440 Holbrook Dr, 4611 Denver Av Phase 2. 3880 Jeff Adams Drive will consist of lining approx. 562 LF 54″ CMP with CIPP. Also to include lining 12″ and 15″ systems that tie into main 54” system. We will also be doing invert repair in 54″ pipe where it has eroded. This project will need traffic control along Jeff Adams during construction and foundation protection on the permanent structure located on site. MH and DI adjustments are included in this scope along with asphalt resurfacing around them. 4440 Holbrook Drive scope will include installation of approx. 165LF 30″ RCP; 65LF 36″ RCP; 110LF 29×45 Elliptical pipe; 11LF 24″ RCP; 12LF 18″ RCP; 28LF 15″ RCP. Approx 200 LF of 30” RCP and 15” RCP will be removed and another approx. 200LF of RCP is to be plugged and abandoned. Scope also intends to replace approx. 105LF of sewer with 8” DIP and replace (2) sewer manholes. Storm drainage structure replacement, foundation protection, asphalt resurfacing and curb and gutter replacement to also be included. 4611 Denver Av Phase 2 scope will include removal of approx. 75 LF of duel 60” CMP and installation of 65LF of a 10×5 RCBC. Project to include approx. 314 LF of sewer replacement and (6) MHs. Scope also to include concrete headwalls and full-depth pavement resurfacing.

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Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Summerlin Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-11509
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-08-15
  • Last Updated: 07/14/25
Add to Calendar 2025-08-15 2025-08-15 Summerlin Storm Drainage Improvement Project

This project is on Brynwood Drive, Wessynton Drive, and Summerline Place. The existing drainage system consists of a pipe system under city-maintained roads. The improvements include pipe system upgrades.

 

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Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Shamrock Gardens Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-3461
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-08-15
  • Last Updated: 07/14/25
Add to Calendar 2025-08-15 2025-08-15 Shamrock Gardens Storm Drainage Improvement Project

This construction project is located near Eastway Drive and Shamrock Drive and involves addressing a deteriorated corrugated metal pipe system located within the Shamrock Gardens Apartment complex as well as flooding of multiple roadway crossings. An analysis of existing conditions will be performed to determine portions of the storm drainage system needing improvement, planning analysis of improvement alternatives, design and construction of needed improvements. The Shamrock Gardens Storm Drainage Improvement Project is bordered by Purser Drive to the north, Shamrock Drive to the south, Briar Creek to the east and Eastway Drive to the west.

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Crestmont Drive (4724) Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-3471
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-10-15
  • Last Updated: 07/14/25
Add to Calendar 2025-10-15 2025-10-15 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.

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