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 Area Transit System

Charlotte Area Transit System / Architectural / Engineering Services, Construction

Comfort Station at Old Concord Road

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CATS-19904
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-02-10
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2026-02-10 2026-02-10 Comfort Station at Old Concord Road

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Development division anticipates posting a solicitation for the construction of an operator comfort station at the Park and Ride on Old Concord Road.

PSR # 2015

In Development Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte Area Transit System / Construction, General Services

Blue Line Track Reprofile and Alignment Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CATS-19743
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-02-05
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2025-02-05 2025-02-05 Blue Line Track Reprofile and Alignment Services

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Rail Operations Division anticipates contracting out rail grinding.  The work includes restoration of the rail profile, removal of surface defects, improvement of the wheel-rail interface performance, extension of rail life, and reduction of noise and vibration along the rail network. The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, planning, and documentation necessary to perform rail grinding services in accordance with these specifications.

PSR # 2001

In Development Aviation

Aviation / Construction

Baggage Handling System Control Room Relocation

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-20117
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Baggage Handling System Control Room Relocation

The project involves the interior upfit of approximately 2,000 square feet of existing shell space on the baggage level of the main terminal at CLT Airport, including a baggage handling control room, support space, and a break room. The predominant work will consist of typical finishes such as drywall, ceilings, flooring, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection. The duration of the project is expected to be approximately four to six months. Most of the work will occur during the day, with material delivery and debris removal taking place at night.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / Construction

Baggage Handling System Transfer Line (TX3)

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-20112
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Baggage Handling System Transfer Line (TX3)

The project involves a new baggage transfer line that will replace an existing transfer line in the main CLT Airport baggage area. The predominant work associated with the project includes an addition to the baggage handling system, along with minor amounts of electrical, drywall, and ceiling work. The duration of the project is directly related to the manufacture of baggage handling components, which could result in an overall project duration between six months and eighteen months. Much of the work will be required to be performed at night, in coordination with the main baggage handling area and baggage handling system schedules.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / Construction

Center Lighting Vault Relocation

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-20102
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-03-15
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2027-03-15 2027-03-15 Center Lighting Vault Relocation

A new Center Lighting Vault (CLV) facility will be constructed ahead of the future South Ramp Expansion – Phase 3. Relocation of this facility will include relocating all existing infrastructure from the existing CLV to the proposed site location. Scope of work for this project includes airfield electrical, new building construction, security fencing and more. Following the commissioning of the new CLV facility, the project will decommission and demo the existing building facilities and equipment.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / Construction

Wilkinson Blvd. Intersection Improvements

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-20106
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-05-04
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2026-05-04 2026-05-04 Wilkinson Blvd. Intersection Improvements

This project will consist of roadway construction improvements in two phases/intersections. The first phase will construct new ramps to merge on and off Josh Birmingham Parkway at the eastbound lane of Wilkinson Blvd. There will also be an extension of the existing left turn lanes from the westbound side of Wilkinson Blvd. onto Josh Birmingham Pkwy. The second phase/intersection will include widening of the northbound lanes on Harlee Avenue at Wilkinson Blvd. to include two left turn lanes, one straight through lane and one right turn lane. This project consists of road widening, grading, asphalt paving, concrete curb, pavement markings, and utility coordination.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / Construction

Terminal Re-Roofing

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-20109
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Terminal Re-Roofing

The project involves the replacement of existing roofing on the main terminal and Concourse D of CLT Airport, along with the replacement of existing air handling units. The work includes re-roofing, removal of abandoned mechanical equipment and support structures, and replacement of existing air handling units. The project is anticipated to have a duration between one and two years. Much of the work will occur during the day; however, delivery of materials and removal of debris will take place at night.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

FY26 Water Main Replacement Bid Package

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-20056
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-15
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2026-04-15 2026-04-15 FY26 Water Main Replacement Bid Package

Charlotte Water is seeking a construction contractor. This contract will be for the construction of multiple defined small water main replacement projects in neighborhoods totaling approximately 25,000 LF of 2-, 6-, 8-, and 12-inch main replacement.

In Development Aviation

Aviation / Construction

FBO Fuel Line Repairs – Phase 2

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-19992
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-03-30
  • Last Updated: 02/06/26
Add to Calendar 2026-03-30 2026-03-30 FBO Fuel Line Repairs – Phase 2

This project is a renovation at the airport’s fixed based operator (FBO) location that will modify the existing mechanical infrastructure to bring the system into compliance with NFPA code and safety standards, while also increasing flow capacity to allow for faster fueling operations.

The scope of work includes replacement of the meter and filters, replacement of the control valve with a flow-rate control system, and the addition of an overfill prevention system and relaxation chamber.

The project duration is anticipated to be approximately five months, with roughly four months allocated for shop fabrication, assembly, and submittals, followed by approximately one month for onsite installation.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Belmont Lift Station and Force Main

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CW-12289
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-07-01
  • Last Updated: 01/28/26
Add to Calendar 2026-07-01 2026-07-01 Belmont Lift Station and Force Main

This project will deliver a new lift station and force main to convey wastewater flow from the City of Belmont to Charlotte Water’s Stowe Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility via Charlotte Water’s Paw Creek Pump Station. This project will allow the existing Belmont Wastewater Treatment Plant to be decommissioned and eliminate the need for costly improvements at this facility. Due to separate funding sources, the project will be delivered via Design-Bid-Build delivery method through two phases of design and three separate construction contracts.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Collective W Storm Drainage Improvements Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-9972
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-29
  • Last Updated: 01/21/26
Add to Calendar 2026-04-29 2026-04-29 Collective W Storm Drainage Improvements Project

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

Faulconbridge Rd 5749 Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-17296
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-20
  • Last Updated: 01/21/26
Add to Calendar 2026-04-20 2026-04-20 Faulconbridge Rd 5749 Project

Project consists of lining 556 LF of 42 inch CMP and 131 LF of 15 inch RCP with CIPP.  Eight existing drainage structures will be removed and replaced and two additional structures will be added. 221 LF of 15″ RCP will be removed and replaced. Chemical grouting joint repair will also be installed at approx. 15 locations throughout the 42″ CMP.