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 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 / Construction

Fiscal Year 2026 Street Main Extensions Contract 3

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-17889
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-15
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-01-15 2026-01-15 Fiscal Year 2026 Street Main Extensions Contract 3

This contract will focus on the construction of street main extensions and other necessary infrastructure projects. It will also serve as an on-call contract for capital project construction support. The work will be performed throughout Charlotte Water’s service area, ensuring continued system reliability and expansion where needed.

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 / Construction

Sugar Creek WWTP East Equalization Basin Joint Repair

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-17993
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-25
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-25 2025-11-25 Sugar Creek WWTP East Equalization Basin Joint Repair

This contract will be for the rehabilitation of the east equalization basin. Construction will require the removal and replacement of deteriorating joint materials. This project will also include high pressure crack injection repairs.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

McDowell Knife Gate Valve

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-17936
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-15
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
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.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

McDowell Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Clarifier and Influe ... McDowell Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Clarifier and Influent Pumping Station Rehab

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-18587
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-12
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-12 2025-12-12 McDowell Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Clarifier and Influent Pumping Station Rehab

This project includes the demolition and disposal of the existing Primary Clarifier No. 5 (PC No. 5) mechanism and associated components, followed by the installation of a new Owner-procured clarifier mechanism. Additional work at PC No. 5 includes structural repairs, replacement of exposed piping and valves, modifications to existing chemical feed dosing points, and upgrades to slide and sluice gate components. At the Influent Pump Station (IPS), the project involves replacing existing grit piping and stainless steel air piping. The IPS scope also includes the replacement of slide gate seals, actuators, and stems to ensure continued operational reliability.

 

 

 

 

 

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

McAlpine Large Diameter Sewer Rehabilitation – Phase 2

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-17898
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-12
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-12 2025-12-12 McAlpine Large Diameter Sewer Rehabilitation – Phase 2

This project involves the rehabilitation of approximately 7,000 linear feet of reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) sewer outfall. The sewer outfall is located just south of Highway 51, running parallel to McAlpine Creek. The work will improve the structural integrity and performance of the sewer system.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Unspecified Water and Sewer Repairs

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-17896
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-05
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-05 2025-12-05 Unspecified Water and Sewer Repairs

This contract covers on-call repairs for water and sewer systems throughout Charlotte Water’s collection and distribution areas. Work may include emergency mobilization for critical pipeline repairs and other maintenance activities. The contract ensures rapid response capabilities for unforeseen infrastructure issues.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Elevated Water Storage Tanks Improvements

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-18606
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-04
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-04 2025-12-04 Elevated Water Storage Tanks Improvements

This project involves the design and construction administration for the rehabilitation of five separate elevated water storage tanks. Each tank will undergo interior and exterior recoating to extend its service life and improve corrosion resistance. The scope also includes the replacement of outdated ladder systems to enhance safety and compliance. Miscellaneous piping repairs will be completed as needed to restore functionality and improve overall system performance. The project is managed to ensure coordination, quality control, and adherence to regulatory standards throughout design and construction.

 

 

 

 

 

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Davidson Eastern Rocky River Sanitary Sewer Outfall

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-18604
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-01
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-12-01 2025-12-01 Davidson Eastern Rocky River Sanitary Sewer Outfall

This contract will be for the design and construction of a gravity outfall sewer along the Rocky River. This project will consist of approximately 3,600 linear feet of 15-inch and 2,400 linear feet of 12-inch gravity sanitary sewer piping. This outfall is tributary to the existing Rocky River outfall in Cabarrus County and Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County (WSACC) Rocky River Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant.

This opportunity was archived earlier.

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Sanitary Sewer Point Repair and Replacements

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-18578
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-27
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-27 2025-11-27 Sanitary Sewer Point Repair and Replacements

This contract is for the rehabilitation of manholes, repair of sewer system defects and service laterals, installation of new sewers and manholes to replace existing, installation of cured-in-place pipe lining, pipe bursting, other miscellaneous manhole rehabilitation work, and all preparatory work such as sewer cleaning and television inspection.