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 Area Transit System / Construction

Little Sugar Creek Bridge Scour Repair

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CATS-17430
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-18
  • Last Updated: 03/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-04-18 2025-04-18 Little Sugar Creek Bridge Scour Repair

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) anticipates contracting out the repair of the Little Sugar Creek Bridge scour.

PSR # 1843

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Area Transit System / Construction

North Yard Storage Site Construction

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CATS-17426
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-05-18
  • Last Updated: 03/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-05-18 2025-05-18 North Yard Storage Site Construction

The project will include construction up-fits at the North Yard Facility with intentions of utilizing the area as storage for CATS. The storage yard, also known as the North Yard Annex, will be a secured and monitored area with access control, security lighting, CCTV cameras, fencing, and power supply capable of providing climate control measures to material as needed.

PSR # 1840

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS Buildings Roof Maintenance and Repair

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CATS-17331
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-07-01
  • Last Updated: 03/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-07-01 2025-07-01 CATS Buildings Roof Maintenance and Repair

The Charlotte Area Transit System is responsible for maintaining a portfolio of approximately (44) facilities, including Administrative Offices, Maintenance Facilities, Park & Ride Facilities, Light Rail Facilities and offices, equipment shops, Parking Decks, Power Stations, Transit Power Sub- stations, etc.

Contractor shall inspect and maintain CATS owned building roof systems, provide minor roof repairs to prevent roof system leakage, take digital photos, and provide a report on each system.

PSR # 1778

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

HVAC REPAIR SERVICES

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CATS-17329
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-07-01
  • Last Updated: 03/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-07-01 2025-07-01 HVAC REPAIR SERVICES

The Company shall provide repair Services for HVAC systems at all
Charlotte Area Transit System Facilities. Repair services shall be
comprehensive of all tasks necessary to ensure HVAC systems regain
operational status at their established capacity and efficiency. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards shall be followed, including reference to capacity and efficiency ratings. Charlotte Area Transit System has several different types and sizes of HVAC systems located throughout the City of Charlotte.

PSR # 1766

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS ANNUAL BOILER MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SERVICES

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CATS-17330
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-07-01
  • Last Updated: 03/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-07-01 2025-07-01 CATS ANNUAL BOILER MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SERVICES

This is a contract that will provide for preventative maintenance and repair for (8) AERCO boiler equipment at the CATS South Tryon Maintenance Facility Complex and CATS South Boulevard Light Rail Vehicle Maintenance Facility. This equipment can only be serviced by AERCO certified technicians with access to proprietary parts.

PSR # 1769

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Area Transit System / Construction

JW Clay Ballast Wall Repair

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CATS-17205
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-03
  • Last Updated: 03/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-04-03 2025-04-03 JW Clay Ballast Wall Repair

Repair track 1 ballast wall just north of JW Clay Station.

PSR # 1835

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS Facilities Air Compressor Repair and Maintenance

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CATS-16817
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-28
  • Last Updated: 03/16/25
Add to Calendar 2025-04-28 2025-04-28 CATS Facilities Air Compressor Repair and Maintenance

Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) anticipates contracting work to cover the necessary service to maintain four air compressors and four air dryers. The scope of work will, at a minimum, include the following: (1) performing basic services to all compressors and air dryers every three months, (2) performing basic services to all compressors and air dryers on an annual basis and (3) performing repairs as needed.

PSR 1803

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Water / Commodities & Goods

Water Treatment Polymer Trials

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CW-17289
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-08-18
  • Last Updated: 03/14/25
Add to Calendar 2025-08-18 2025-08-18 Water Treatment Polymer Trials

The scope of this Invitation to Bid (ITB) is to establish a contract for the purchase, delivery, and other inherently related activities of liquid emulsion polymer for solids dewatering for Charlotte Water’s Franklin WTP in compliance with the specifications and terms and conditions set forth in this ITB.

Polymer Trials will take place prior to receiving bids for the polymer. All Products and parts furnished under the Contract shall be new, shall comply with the specifications and terms and conditions set forth in this ITB, and shall operate in full compliance with the Specifications.

In Development charlotte water

Aviation / Construction

Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Facility (ARFF)

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-AVI-12926
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-08-30
  • Last Updated: 03/11/25
Add to Calendar 2025-08-30 2025-08-30 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Facility (ARFF)

This project will construct a new Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Facility (ARFF) at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.  The facility will be constructed in a green field site within the airfield.  The general scope of the project includes site preparation (grading and drainage), building construction, HVAC, plumbing, asphalt parking lot and roadway paving, electrical, and associated utilities.

In Development charlotte water

Aviation / Construction

CLT Center Storm Drainage Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-10761
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-06-30
  • Last Updated: 03/11/25
Add to Calendar 2025-06-30 2025-06-30 CLT Center Storm Drainage Project

This project is located in a parking lot behind the CLT Center located at 5601 Wilkinson Boulevard in Charlotte, NC.  The purpose of the project is to install new pipe to contain and drain runoff from the building to an existing storm drainage system at the rear of the parking lot.  The work involves installation of reinforced concrete pipe, storm drainage structures, asphalt surface, and re-striping the parking lot within the construction corridor.

In Development charlotte water

Charlotte Water / Construction

Environmental Services Facility HVAC Boiler Replacements

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-17423
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-06-04
  • Last Updated: 03/06/25
Add to Calendar 2025-06-04 2025-06-04 Environmental Services Facility HVAC Boiler Replacements

Replace three (3) HVAC boilers at Environmental Services Facility. Current units are at end-of-life. Minimum specs are: natural gas-fed at 150CFH; input 1,500,000 BTU/HR; output 1,400,000 BTU/HR; forced-draft burner on 120V/single-phase power; support communication protocols for LON, BACnet, and IoT. In addition to materials provision, awarded vendor shall perform the following tasks: verify all pipe, conduit, and wiring spec in field prior to proposal; remove and dispose of existing units; disconnect and reconnect hot water lines; disconnect and reconnect all electrical wiring; disconnect and reconnect controls; assess and add/modify any unit drainage systems; run new stainless double wall flue pipes to exterior and terminate at roof; perform combustion analysis to assure proper operation; insulate all piping; perform startup and operation check after install; and any other tasks necessary to ensure optimal operation upon completion.

In Development charlotte water

Aviation / Architectural / Engineering Services

D/E Connector (DECO) Expansion Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-17345
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-05-26
  • Last Updated: 03/06/25
Add to Calendar 2025-05-26 2025-05-26 D/E Connector (DECO) Expansion Project

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.

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