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

Flintridge Dr (2831) Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-3469
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-10-15
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2025-10-15 2025-10-15 Flintridge Dr (2831) 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 review is complete.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Collective W (Multiple Isolated Storm Drainage Improvements Projects)

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-9972
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-15
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-15 2025-12-15 Collective W (Multiple Isolated Storm Drainage Improvements Projects)

This project consists of multiple isolated storm drainage improvements projects located throughout the City of Charlotte. Projects include storm drainage replacement and sewer relocations within the street right-of-way and private, residential properties.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Craighead/Tryon Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-11515
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-04
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-04 2025-11-04 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

Collective AD Storm Drainage Improvement Program

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-12092
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-15
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-15 2025-12-15 Collective AD Storm Drainage Improvement Program

Collective Storm Drainage Improvement Projects Series AC 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 Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Mallard Connector Main

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-19203
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-22
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-22 2025-11-22 Mallard Connector Main
This project provides increased hydraulic capacity to the Mallard Tank, which will enable it to trend better with the Huntersville Tank. This will eliminate the need to throttle inlet valve at Huntersville Tank, which will result in energy savings by reducing discharge HGLs at pump stations. It will also provide higher capacity for water to be leaked through the Mallard PRV from the 978 into the 882 in emergency scenarios.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Service Water Improvements and Flow Meter Modifications

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-17350
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-31
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-31 2026-01-31 Service Water Improvements and Flow Meter Modifications

This project includes significant improvements to the existing service water system at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant. The scope of work involves the replacement of existing pumps, piping, valves, and backflow devices within the service water system. Additionally, new flow meters will be installed on the Franklin Water Treatment Plant service water system, while existing flow meters on the filter effluent lines at the Lee S. Dukes Water Treatment Plant will also be replaced. These upgrades are expected to enhance the accuracy of flow measurements and improve the efficiency of the service water system.

In Development Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte Area Transit System / Construction

CTC Drainage Repairs

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CATS-19081
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-20
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-20 2026-01-20 CTC Drainage Repairs

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) anticipates soliciting for the repair of a damaged storm drain pipe along 4th Street in order to improve drainage at the Charlotte Transportation Center.

PSR # 1955

In Development Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte Area Transit System / Commodities & Goods, General Services

CATS Contract for Fuel Treating and Cleaning the Diesel Storage Tanks

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CATS-19275
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-14
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-14 2026-01-14 CATS Contract for Fuel Treating and Cleaning the Diesel Storage Tanks

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Facilities Division anticipates contracting out the fuel treatment and cleaning associated with underground diesel storage tanks.

PSR # 1974

In Development Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte Area Transit System / Construction

CATS Parking Deck Repair

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CATS-19270
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-07
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-07 2026-01-07 CATS Parking Deck Repair

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) development division anticipates contracting out the repair at six (6) parking decks:

  1. JW Clay
  2. University City Blvd
  3. Sugar Creek
  4. North Davidson
  5. South Tryon
  6. I-485

The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Concrete repairs using shotcrete
  • Crack sealing via epoxy resin injection
  • Installation of pourable joint sealants
  • Minor drainage relocation
  • Seeding and mulching

PSR # 1969

In Development Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte Area Transit System / Commodities & Goods, General Services

CATS Facilities – (BOD) fueling station, pneumatic equipment PM ... CATS Facilities – (BOD) fueling station, pneumatic equipment PM and repair services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CATS-19587
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-20
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-20 2026-01-20 CATS Facilities – (BOD) fueling station, pneumatic equipment PM and repair services

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Facilities division anticipates contracting out Bus fueling and pneumatic pumping equipment and system operations.  This would include all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision required to perform necessary PM and repair work.  CATS uses multiple fueling stations and pneumatic equipment between two facilities.  This would be a 3-year contract with the option of two 1-year renewals.

PSR # 1980

In Development Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte Area Transit System / Commodities & Goods, General Services

Bus Alt/Starter Repair Service

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-19594
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-26
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-26 2025-11-26 Bus Alt/Starter Repair Service

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Bus Operations Division (BOD) anticipates contracting with a firm(s) to supply components and the associated labor to recondition Alternators, Starter Motors and Fan Motors currently used on the CATS fixed route buses.

PSR # 1987

In Development Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS Buildings Roof Maintenance and Repair

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CATS-17331
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-06
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-06 2026-01-06 CATS Buildings Roof Maintenance and Repair

The Charlotte Area Transit System is responsible for maintaining a portfolio of approximately (44) facilities, including Administrative Offices, Maintenance Facilities, Park & Ride Facilities, Light Rail Facilities and offices, equipment shops, Parking Decks, Power Stations, Transit Power Sub- stations, etc.

Contractor shall inspect and maintain CATS owned building roof systems, provide minor roof repairs to prevent roof system leakage, take digital photos, and provide a report on each system.

PSR # 1778