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 Aviation

Aviation / General Services

Airport Web-Based Learning Management System

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-19702
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-06-02
  • Last Updated: 12/12/25
Add to Calendar 2026-06-02 2026-06-02 Airport Web-Based Learning Management System

To provide software, maintenance, and support for the security badge holder’s computer-based training and learning management system.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / General Services

Airport Family Assistance Plan Consultant

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-19696
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-03-03
  • Last Updated: 12/11/25
Add to Calendar 2026-03-03 2026-03-03 Airport Family Assistance Plan Consultant

The Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) will provide a coordinated and proactive approach to any significant incident and/or event that impacts the CLT Community and the respective airlines that serve CLT. As a result of multiple conversations between the airport and the respective Airline Station Managers, a collaborative partnership has been established with all current airlines that service CLT to provide a flexible guideline and direction in the establishment of the Family Assistance Support Team (FAST).   The FAST will be activated to assist with the needs of a particular airline and/or CLT Airport directly after a significant incident or event that impacts operations or results in multiple casualties and/or fatalities and the respective family members of those involved in the incident.

The FAST will consist of representatives from the Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT Leadership, Terminal Operations, Airside Operations, Security, and Chaplaincy Program), Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, American Red Cross and representatives from all airlines operating at CLT. It is the goal for each individual airline to provide respective Care Team Members regardless of the airline involved to support the incident. This will bring Care Team Members as active participants in support of the incident until the respective airline has their full complement of Care Team Members arrive on-site. This could range in time from immediate to upwards of 6-12 hours post incident.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / General Services

Airport Traffic and Curb Support Services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-19691
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-05-15
  • Last Updated: 12/11/25
Add to Calendar 2026-05-15 2026-05-15 Airport Traffic and Curb Support Services

Seeking proposals for a supplier to provide direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic on the airport roadways and curb in front of the the terminal building while enforcing airport bylaws, rules, and regulations.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / General Services

Building Management Systems – Subject To Change

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-14659
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-05-30
  • Last Updated: 12/08/25
Add to Calendar 2027-05-30 2027-05-30 Building Management Systems – Subject To Change

CLT is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced companies interested in maintaining existing or providing a Building Management Systems to monitor access control, cameras, HVAC and fire detection at the main Terminal, old Terminal building and at the CLT
Center.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / General Services

McDowell Creek Capacity and Enhancement Program

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-19205
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-21
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-21 2025-11-21 McDowell Creek Capacity and Enhancement Program

This project will increase treatment capacity at the McDowell WRRF. Work will include but is not limited to designing a new BTB, RAS and WAS pumps, a new RAS distribution box, new hydro cyclones, and improvements to the blower building.

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 / General Services

CATS Paratransit ADA Overflow

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CATS-11290
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 CATS Paratransit ADA Overflow

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is seeking a Company to perform Americans with Disability Act (ADA) required complementary paratransit passenger service to augment the existing Special Transportation Service (STS). The Company will meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal
Transit Administration (FTA) and ADA requirements in the safe and efficient service of the assigned passengers.

In accordance with the ADA, CATS offers complementary paratransit services to individuals who, because of a disability (physical, cognitive, or visual), cannot access fixed routes buses. The ADA defines eligibility for complementary Paratransit service in 49 CFR Section 37.123 of the federal regulations.
CATS operates the paratransit system, which is a pre-scheduled, shared-ride, origin to destination service.

This is a nonexclusive agreement. CATS reserves the right to certify other eligible private transportation service companies that apply to participate in the Program.

The term “customer” shall refer to CATS applicants and/or existing CATS clients and their companions or Personal Care Attendants (PCA). The term “CATS Transit System” shall refer to both CATS’ accessible fixed route bus and CATS’ accessible light rail.

The Company shall be responsible for transporting CATS paratransit eligible customers in accordance with the ADA. Disability alone does not determine paratransit eligibility; the decision is based on the customer’s functional ability to use the fixed-route bus and is not a medical decision.

CATS service area is 741 sq. miles and paratransit service consists of over 5,000 eligible passengers and 2,500 active passengers with at least one ride in past 12 months. With currently 700+ scheduled rides per weekday and 200+ on weekends. 25% of trips scheduled involve a customer with a mobility device. As the COVID-19 pandemic ridership is returning to pre-pandemic levels

While the City is flexible with respect to certain elements of the Special Transportation Services (STS) ADA Paratransit Services, the City has specific requirements and preferences for the Service delivery method.

PSR #1510

In Development Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

Transit Advertising

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CATS-19592
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-07-07
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2026-07-07 2026-07-07 Transit Advertising

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Marketing division anticipates contracting out the services of a qualified Transit Advertising Agency to manage, sell, and execute advertising placements across CATS assets, including buses, light rail vehicles, stations, and other designated transit properties. The selected agency will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive advertising sales strategy that maximizes revenue generation, ensures brand consistency, and aligns with CATS’ operational and community standards.

PSR #1984

In Development Engineering Property Management

Department of General Services / General Services

Motorcycle, ATV and Utility Vehicle Repair and Related Services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q4(Oct-Dec)-DGS-19445
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-10-30
  • Last Updated: 11/14/25
Add to Calendar 2026-10-30 2026-10-30 Motorcycle, ATV and Utility Vehicle Repair and Related Services

The City requires a qualified and manufacturer-authorized service provider to work in conjunction with Fleet Management. The Company shall perform repair, replacement, maintenance, diagnostic, warranty repair and representation, and related Services on the City’s fleet of various models and years of motorcycles, ATV, and utility vehicles owned and operated by the City at their Company facilities or at approved City locations.

In Development Engineering Property Management

Department of General Services / General Services

Vehicle and Equipment Welding and Related Services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-19442
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-06-01
  • Last Updated: 11/07/25
Add to Calendar 2026-06-01 2026-06-01 Vehicle and Equipment Welding and Related Services

The City requires a company to work in conjunction with Fleet Management, the Airport, and other city departments to provide Vehicle and Equipment Welding and Related Services to the City of Charlotte. The Company shall perform vehicle or equipment maintenance, repair, and modification through the provision of Vehicle and Equipment Welding and Related services for vehicles and equipment owned, operated, or maintained by the City. This includes, but is not limited to welding, fabrication, painting completed repairs and other directly related services. The Company shall provide these services either at their Company facilities or at approved City locations.

In Development City Wide

City Wide / General Services

Citywide General Collision Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CTW-18731
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-20
  • Last Updated: 11/07/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-20 2025-11-20 Citywide General Collision Services

The City of Charlotte is looking for qualified Service Providers to work in conjunction with Fleet Management to perform complete turnkey collision repairs and related services (excluding any City applied graphics), on the City’s various makes and models of vehicles. Service Providers shall pick-up and deliver vehicles, as well as perform all collision repairs at their facilities. Collision repairs may include, but are not restricted to, frame, cooling systems and lines, frame, engine components, transmission, steering, cooling systems, and related parts repairs or replacement. Services shall adhere to any related OEM requirements and/or recommendations.

City and County vehicles include but are not restricted to, Police vehicles, Fire vehicles, general staff cars, various pickup trucks, medium trucks, and medium duty transportation buses, all of various makes, models, and applications. As makes, models, and quantities are subject to change, the Service Provider is required to maintain facilities, inventory, training, and related equipment necessary to accommodate a variety of vehicles.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / General Services

Sugar Creek Storage Tanks Cleanout

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-17940
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-19
  • Last Updated: 10/22/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-19 2025-12-19 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.