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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.
If you have questions or need assistance with this portal, contact City Procurement at earlybird@charlottenc.gov.
Department
- Aviation
- Charlotte Area Transit System
- Charlotte Communications & Marketing
- Charlotte Department of Transportation
- Charlotte Fire Department
- Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
- Charlotte Planning, Design & Development
- Charlotte Storm Water Services
- Charlotte Water
- City Attorney’s Office
- City Clerk
- City Manager's Office
- City Wide
- Community Relations
- Department of General Services
- Economic Development
- Finance
- Housing & Neighborhood Services
- Human Resources
- Innovation & Technology
- Internal Audit
- Solid Waste Services
- Strategy & Budget
Solicitation Category
- Architectural / Engineering Services
- Commodities & Goods
- Construction
- Construction Cost Estimating
- General Services
- Technology Goods & Services
Utilization
- SBE-Small Business Enterprise
- DBE-Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
- MBE-Minority Business Enterprise
- WBE-Women Owned Business Enterprise
Expected Release Date
From Date
To Date
Estimated Total Value
- $10,000 - 49,999
- $50,000 - 99,999
- $100,000 - 249,999
- $250,000 - 499,999
- $500,000 - 999,999
- $1,000,000 -4,999,999
- $5,000,000 - 9,999,999
- $10,000,000+
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-water-blue.png)
Charlotte Water / General Services
Flow Monitoring Services
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-water-blue.png)
Charlotte Water / Technology Goods & Services
Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) Replacement Phase 3
- Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-12271
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-05
- Last Updated: 12/30/24
This project will upgrade the existing meter reading system to a self-reporting network and replace end of life residential meters. Existing communication endpoints not compatible with the network selected will be replaced. Most residential meters will be replaced; those meters not replaced will require a replacement register compatible with the new endpoints. Commercial meters will receive replacement registers or be replace, depending on compatibility with the selected network solution. The communication network, hourly interval data and customer access portal will improve customer experience, increase billing efficiency and accuracy, reduce system losses and operational expenses, and improve system monitoring and planning.
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/aviation-blue.png)
Aviation / Architectural / Engineering Services
ASR and Center Lighting Vault Relocation
- Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-8874
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-01
- Last Updated: 12/29/24
The Center Lighting Vault Relocation Project will relocate the existing lighting vault, located at the Mid-Field area at CLT Airport to a new proposed location. The project will consist of site work, building work, site utilities, and airfield lighting circuitry.
The selected Final Design Engineer or Engineer of Record (EOR or Consultant) will produce Construction Documents to be issued for competitive bidding of one or multiple construction packages, followed by Conformed or Released for Construction Plans issued to the responsive or responsible bidder for Construction. The design and documents are to be based on Preliminary Design or bridging documents prepared by the Owner’s Master Civil Engineer (Aviation Consulting Engineers, LLC, or ACE). The Preliminary Design effort will include completion of the Design Geotechnical Subsurface Investigation, preliminary design plans to a 30% level of completion, pavement design, and preliminary surveys. Final Design surveys, including pavement tie-ins, etc. will be the responsibility of the Consultant.
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-department-transportation-blue.png)
Charlotte Department of Transportation / Commodities & Goods
Solar Battery Replacements
- Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CDT-13722
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-07-01
- Last Updated: 12/23/24
This contract will be for the replacement of solar batteries for the following equipment:
- School Zone Flashers
- Driver Feedback Signs
- RRFBs
- Warning Flashers
- Regular batteries for other types of signal devices
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-water-blue.png)
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-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-14816
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-11
- Last Updated: 12/19/24
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](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-water-blue.png)
Charlotte Water / General Services
FY25 Subsurface Utility Locating Services
- Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-15164
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-12
- Last Updated: 12/19/24
This contract will be for the subsurface utility locates associated with miscellaneous projects, from identifying infrastructure around our existing water and sewer lines to assisting in planning for future water and sewer projects. The contract will be used on an as-needed basis, shared between all engineering divisions of Charlotte Water. This will cover Charlotte Water’s entire service area.
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-storm-water-services-blue.png)
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
Collective Q Storm Drainage Improvement Project
- Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-8357
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-03-15
- Last Updated: 12/12/24
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. This project is under review. Location and project details will be provided after review is complete.
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-storm-water-services-blue.png)
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
Rhodes SDIP
- Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-16570
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-05-15
- Last Updated: 12/03/24
Rhodes SDIP is a minor bid project that was created to address the service request at 3738 Rhodes and is located on the City project dashboard.
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-storm-water-services-blue.png)
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
Collective Storm Drainage Improvement Projects Series AJ
- Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-16566
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-03-15
- Last Updated: 12/03/24
Collective Storm Drainage Improvement Projects Series AJ will involve 6 projects throughout the City of Charlotte, 1614 Lombardy Circle, 2033 Teddington Drive, 2316 Kilborne Drive, 10513 Moss Mill Lane, 435 Norwood Drive, and 5447 Kerry Glen Lane. These projects will consist of reinforced concrete pipe replacement and realignment. The project pipe will consist of a range of different sizes from 15 inch to 36 inch as well as some elliptical pipe. These projects will also consist of CIPP liner, storm drainage structure replacement, non-standard endwalls, full depth asphalt, curb and gutter, concrete driveway, foundation assessment, foundation protection, boulder toe, soil lifts, and watermain replacement.
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-storm-water-services-blue.png)
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
Morning Dale Storm Drainage Improvement Project
- Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-16551
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-10
- Last Updated: 11/22/24
The Morning Dale Storm Drainage Improvement Project will reduce street and structure flooding throughout the neighborhood. Located within a drainage area of approximately 560 acres, the project will replace and/or rehabilitate aging infrastructure and provide adequate drainage system capacity. This project area is bordered by Hinson Drive to the north, Stratfordshire Drive to the south, Tadlock Place to the east and Morning Dale Road to the west.
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-water-blue.png)
Charlotte Water / Construction
Service Water Improvements and Flow Meter Modifications
- Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-16474
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-05-30
- Last Updated: 11/14/24
This project includes significant improvements to the existing service water system at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant. The scope of work involves the replacement of existing pumps, piping, valves, and backflow devices within the service water system. Additionally, new flow meters will be installed on the Franklin Water Treatment Plant service water system, while existing flow meters on the filter effluent lines at the Lee S. Dukes Water Treatment Plant will also be replaced. These upgrades are expected to enhance the accuracy of flow measurements and improve the efficiency of the service water system.
In Development ![charlotte water](https://earlybird.charlotteopenforbusiness.com/wp-content/themes/charlotteprocurement/assets/images/charlotte-water-blue.png)
Charlotte Water / Construction
Paw Creek Sewer Rehabilitation and Sewer Diversion
- Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CW-13021
- Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-01
- Last Updated: 11/14/24
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.
This project involves providing sewer flow monitoring services and rain measurement at both temporary and permanent locations.
It encompasses the deployment, maintenance, and retrieval of flow monitoring and rain gauge equipment. Qualified professionals are needed to evaluate the flow monitoring data.
Overall, the project aims to enhance monitoring accuracy and efficiency.