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 / 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 / Construction

McAlpine Creek WRRF Digesters Rehabilitation 

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CW-18600
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-07-15
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2027-07-15 2027-07-15 McAlpine Creek WRRF Digesters Rehabilitation 

The McAlpine Digesters Rehabilitation project focuses on restoring key components of the biosolids treatment facilities. This includes structural repairs and a new cover for the first digested sludge storage tank, along with installation of new sludge pumps, valves, and piping. The project also replaces an outdated programmable logic controller system and adds a new sludge line to separate gravity-fed and pumped flows. Additional improvements include a new dewatering well system for draining the storage tanks and structural evaluation and repairs to the second digested sludge storage tank.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

McDowell Creek WRRF Digesters Rehabilitation 

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CW-18608
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-07-11
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2027-07-11 2027-07-11 McDowell Creek WRRF Digesters Rehabilitation 

This will be an Invitation to Bid for Charlotte Water. The project will involve the rehabilitation of biosolids treatment facilities at the McDowell Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility. Work will focus on existing digesters and may include structural repairs, floor regrouting, replacement of mechanical components, and upgrades to valves and associated piping. Electrical and instrumentation systems will be reconnected or replaced as needed to support restored operations. These improvements aim to enhance the performance, safety, and reliability of the digester systems and associated infrastructure.

 

 

 

 

 

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Fiscal Year 2026 Water Main Replacement

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-18568
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-30
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-30 2026-04-30 Fiscal Year 2026 Water Main Replacement

This construction contract is designated for the replacement of aging water main infrastructure. The scope of work primarily targets water mains that have reached or exceeded their expected service life and are now contributing to operational challenges such as increased maintenance, reduced reliability, and potential service interruptions. Priority is given to pipeline segments 12 inches in diameter or smaller. This contract supports Charlotte Water’s long-term asset management strategy by improving system resilience, reducing unplanned outages, and enhancing overall water service reliability.

 

In Development Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Belmont Pump Station Construction

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-12294
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-15
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-15 2026-04-15 Belmont Pump Station Construction

This project will deliver a new pumping station and pressurized pipe to convey wastewater flow from the City of Belmont to Charlotte Water’s (CLTWater) Stowe Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility via CLTWater’s Paw Creek Pumping 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 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

Belmont Lift Station and Force Main

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-12289
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-25
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-11-25 2025-11-25 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 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.