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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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- $10,000 - 49,999
- $50,000 - 99,999
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In Development
Charlotte Water / Construction
Paw Creek Sewer Rehabilitation and Sewer Diversion
In Development
Department of General Services / Construction
Lawyers Rd SW (Harri Ann to Chestnut)
- Posting Number: 2026-Q4(Oct-Dec)-DGS-16279
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-10-01
- Last Updated: 11/05/24
The scope of this project will include 0.34 miles of new 6ft wide concrete sidewalk, driveway improvements, and wheelchair ramps on Lawyers Rd from Chestnut Lake Dr to Harri Ann Dr.
In Development
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
Robert L. Smith Park Pond Surface Water Quality Improvement Project
- Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-12165
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-01-21
- Last Updated: 11/05/24
The project is located at Robert L. Smith Park which can be accessed by Little Rock Road and Starnes Road. An existing pond has a breached dam embankment. Project improvements include dam embankment, forebay, outlet structure, and spillway upgrades.
In Development
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
Newell Stream Restoration Project
- Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-12167
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-09-25
- Last Updated: 11/05/24
The Newell Stream Restoration Project is located near WT Harris Boulevard (NC 24) and Old Concord Road along a network of tributaries to Toby Creek. Project improvements include restoring approximately 2,500 LF of degraded stream channel, floodplain, and riparian buffer.
In Development
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
Collective AE Storm Drainage Improvement Project
- Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-12652
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-16
- Last Updated: 11/05/24
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 Dr 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 Dr 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 conc headwalls and full depth pavement resurfacing.
In Development
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
Severn/Tyndal Storm Drainage Improvement Project
- Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-8349
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-03-25
- Last Updated: 11/05/24
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. The project area is located in the overall Sunnyvale Storm Drainage Improvement Project (SDIP) area. The scope of work for the Tyndale Avenue project includes replacing a corrugated metal pipe between Tyndale Avenue and Chandworth Road. Replacement of the system is needed to address reported house flooding in the immediate area. The upgrade to the system also allows for the construction of the upstream improvements currently in design from the Storm Water’s queue that will address seven requests for service of failing infrastructure and flooding requests. Approximately 500 linear feet of 48-inch to 66-inch corrugated pipe will need to be replaced to address the undersized and deteriorating system in the Severn Avenue project area.
In Development
Aviation / Construction
D/E Connector (DECO) Expansion Project
- Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-16376
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-02-03
- Last Updated: 11/05/24
The Project includes the renovation of the existing Concourses D & E Connector (DECO) and a building addition, totaling approximately 160,000 SF which includes:
- Providing a service area at the Ramp Level to accommodate operational needs per the project program including freight, service and passenger elevators, concessions and club loading docks, and airport storage while maintaining current traffic patterns.
- Repositioning and increasing the area of the major passenger circulation route of the D/E connector from the Atrium to the end of the moving walkways at the approach of Concourse D.
- Relocating the existing airline club space from the Departures Level to a new Mezzanine Level location providing approximately 40,000sf for the new club.
- Providing a new passenger destination and experience at the Departures Level approximately 51,000sf of new concessions and office space.
- Providing a new Roof Level mechanical penthouse of approximately 9,000sf.
- Relocating and upgrading utilities and jet fuel system impacted by the project.
- Coordinating with the Terminal Life Safety project for egress, fire sprinklers, and voice evacuation
- Accommodating the Terminal Operations, requiring coordination of Construction Activities as a 2nd priority to Passenger, Airline, Concession and Facility Operations.
- Providing new signage and wayfinding, aligning with current CLT standards.
- Providing a right of way for a future sterile corridor passing through the DECO project extents. Access to each end of the corridor will be provided under a separate project.
It is anticipated that the project will follow the City of Charlotte sustainability requirements and will be pursuing a Green Globes Certification. It is anticipated that a Construction Manager will participate in Green Globe Project Survey and provide services required to achieve the Construction Activity Participation.
Project Schedule
Design and Preconstruction Services: May, 2024 through May, 2025
Permitting Phase: May 2025 through August, 2025
CMAR Bidding and GMP Reconciliation Phase: August, 2025 through December, 2025
Construction Phase: January, 2026 through January, 2028
Project Delivery Method Selected and Justification
The project will deliver new cabinets through a Design-Bid-Build project delivery method. This method will provide the airport with the most cost-effective solution for installing 155 new AEDs cabinets. It will also standardize signage, locations, and AED types across the entire airport campus.
In Development
Aviation / Construction
4th Parallel Runway Package 3: Parallel Taxiway and NAVAIDS
- Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-12922
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-22
- Last Updated: 11/05/24
As part of the Fourth Parallel Runway Program at CLT, this construction package will include the new West Parallel Taxiway and its connector taxiways. The project includes erosion and sedimentation control, grading, drainage, airfield concrete and asphalt paving, fencing marking, and airfield lighting/signage.
To support CLT’s Fourth Parallel Runway Program, this project will also include the installation of Navigational Aids (NAVAIDs) for the new Fourth Parallel Runway. To support the new Runway 1C-19C, the project requires construction of glide slope, localizer, approach lighting systems, and all associated support structures, access roads, and infrastructure. The general scope of this bid package includes demolition, erosion and sedimentation control, grading, drainage, airfield electrical, vehicle service roads, and utilities.
In Development
Charlotte Area Transit System / Commodities & Goods
CATS Mobile Town Hall Vehicle Upfit
- Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CATS-15049
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-06-30
- Last Updated: 11/04/24
This vehicle upfit will serve as a mobile town hall for community events and will be available for use by all city departments. CATS will have first priority given the role CATS has served in bringing this mobile town hall to life.
PSR # 1729
In Development
Department of General Services / Construction
Morris Field Bridge Replacement
- Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-8971
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-01
- Last Updated: 10/28/24
This project will replace the bridge on Morris Field Drive between Wilkinson Boulevard and Golf Acres Drive, over the Norfolk Southern Railroad.
In Development
Department of General Services / Construction
DeArmon Road Improvements Project
- Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-5221
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
- Last Updated: 10/28/24
The DeArmon Road Improvements Project is part of the City of Charlotte’s Prosperity Village Comprehensive Neighborhood Improvement Program. The project will complete the infrastructure needs in the neighborhood by providing buffered bicycle lanes, median/turning lane, storm drainage, curb & gutter, sidewalk and a greenway passage beneath DeArmon Road for the future extension of Clark’s Creek Greenway.
In Development
Department of General Services / Construction
Monroe Road Streetscape
- Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-8925
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-01
- Last Updated: 10/28/24
Improvements on Monroe Road between North Wendover Road and Eaton Road to create a more pedestrian-oriented corridor and install a pedestrian hybrid beacon in front of Time Out Youth Center. Improvements will primarily include shared-use paths, drainage, and midblock pedestrian crossings.
This project consists of the sanitary sewer rehabilitation of approximately 4,700 LF of sewer outfall with cured-in-place lining. This project will extend along the Paw Creek outfall. A 112 LF, 24-inch diversion sewer will also be constructed under Briar Creek along with a 118 LF, 8-inch LF collector sewer. All work will occur within Charlotte Water’s existing easement. A small portion of work on a county parcel.