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.

If you have questions or need assistance with this portal, contact City Procurement at earlybird@charlottenc.gov.

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In Development Charlotte Department Transportation

Charlotte Department of Transportation / Construction

2025 Pavement Marking Maintenance

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CDT-16961
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-07-01
  • Last Updated: 01/21/25
Add to Calendar 2026-07-01 2026-07-01 2025 Pavement Marking Maintenance

This is a contract to install pavement markings on a list of city streets. The work includes, Thermoplastic, Polyurea, and Cold Applied Plastic markings.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

The McDaniel Ln 6028 Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-16840
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-10-15
  • Last Updated: 01/14/25
Add to Calendar 2025-10-15 2025-10-15 The McDaniel Ln 6028 Project

The McDaniel Ln 6028 project consists of removing and replacing an existing storm drainage network in the Charlotte Hills Mobile Home Park. It currently has a preliminary estimate of 1.2million dollars.

In Development Engineering Property Management

Department of General Services / Construction

Lawyers Rd SW (Harri Ann to Chestnut)

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q4(Oct-Dec)-DGS-17342
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-10-01
  • Last Updated: 11/05/24
Add to Calendar 2026-10-01 2026-10-01 Lawyers Rd SW (Harri Ann to Chestnut)

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 Department Transportation

Charlotte Department of Transportation / Construction

Guardrail Installation & Repairs

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CDT-17321
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-31
  • Last Updated: 09/24/24
Add to Calendar 2024-12-31 2024-12-31 Guardrail Installation & Repairs

This contract is for GUARDRAIL INSTALLATION & REPAIRS ON VARIOUS ROADS, AS NEEDED, UPON REQUEST IN THE CITY OF CHARLOTTE.  The Engineer and or designee will designate maintenance and repair of guardrail at various locations in the city.  The maintenance and repair of guardrail throughout the city will vary on the amount of existing or damaged guardrail on each route and should take this into consideration when submitting the bid. During maintenance and/or repair of damaged sections of guardrail, the contractor shall replace all needed components of guardrail as directed by the Engineer and stabilize existing guardrail and appurtenances at the site. All work and materials shall be in accordance with the provisions of the General Guidelines of this contract, the Project Special Provisions, the North Carolina Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, January 2024, the North Carolina Department of Transportation Roadway Standard Drawings, January 2024, and the current edition of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

In Development Engineering Property Management

Department of General Services / Construction

Belk Greenway Connector

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q1(Jan-Mar)-DGS-17314
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-01-01
  • Last Updated: 09/20/24
Add to Calendar 2026-01-01 2026-01-01 Belk Greenway Connector

Belk Greenway Connector is a cycle track project. This project will involve shifting the medians on McDowell St to make room for the cycle track, replacing noncompliant curb ramps, replacing noncompliant pedestrian signals, transferring signal heads to new mast arms, mill & overlay, pavement markings, sign installation, and the removal of 4 median trees.

In Development Engineering Property Management

Department of General Services / Construction

Arrowood at Whitehall Commons Intersection

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-17318
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 09/20/24
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Arrowood at Whitehall Commons Intersection

This is an intersection project which will involve installing a new traffic signal with pedestrian signals, widening some of the approaches, replacing all curb ramps, mill & overlay, and pavement markings. The traffic signal will use steel strain poles.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Collective AH (6633 Brookfield Place, 524 Wilby Drive)

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-17299
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-03-14
  • Last Updated: 08/23/24
Add to Calendar 2025-03-14 2025-03-14 Collective AH (6633 Brookfield Place, 524 Wilby Drive)

524 Wilby Drive: The culvert will be constructed with a headwall and endwall, with the junction box In between. The 24” plastic pipe will be replaced with 24” RCP.

6633 Brookfield Place: 30” RCP from JB 9 to DCB 8 to be replaced with a 36” RCP , and curb to be added along Alexander Road and standard catch basins to be constructed along the curb.

In Development Charlotte Storm Water Services

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Zone 3 Stomwater and Site Improvements

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-12300
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-08-01
  • Last Updated: 07/25/24
Add to Calendar 2024-08-01 2024-08-01 Zone 3 Stomwater and Site Improvements

This construction will improve site conditions at the Zone 3 Field Operation facility. Construction work will include stormwater settling basins, stormwater conveyance, and various site improvements. The design is already complete.

In Development Engineering Property Management

Department of General Services / Construction

RFQ – CMAR Services – Charlotte Mecklenburg Goverment Cent ... RFQ – CMAR Services – Charlotte Mecklenburg Goverment Center ADA Implementation Phase II

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q3(Jul-Sep)-DGS-14783
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-07-01
  • Last Updated: 05/13/24
Add to Calendar 2024-07-01 2024-07-01 RFQ – CMAR Services – Charlotte Mecklenburg Goverment Center ADA Implementation Phase II

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center (CMGC) and the adjacent parking garage have been identified in the City-wide ADA Transition Plan for Program Implementation (Program).

The CMGC facility is an existing 14-story, nominally 440,000 square foot building, located at 600 East 4th Street (parcel ID 12502601) and houses several City & County Departments. The adjacent CMGC Parking Garage (parcel 12502501) is a 5-story concrete deck.

Phase II of this ADA Implementation includes all public and non-public facing spaces of the facilities (with the exception of the Council Chambers) and will resolve the physical, non-conforming ADA barriers identified in the ADA Transition Plan, or as required to meet the City of Charlotte ADA Design Guidelines and the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

The CMGC is required to stay open to the public and staff during all phases of the project. Active coordination with tenants, facilities staff, and stakeholders will be critical for the successful completion of this project.

 

 

 

 

In Development Engineering Property Management

Department of General Services / Construction

CMPD Animal Care and Control Phase 3 Expansion

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-14059
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-04-30
  • Last Updated: 04/10/24
Add to Calendar 2024-04-30 2024-04-30 CMPD Animal Care and Control Phase 3 Expansion

The purpose of the CMPD Animal Care and Control, Phase 3 Expansion project is primarily to provide additional kennels for dogs and reduce the increasing rate of euthanasia.  Secondly, to provide additional space for other animals and improve the efficiencies of operations for the facility.  The expansion of the facility will possibly be located at 2700 Toomey Avenue and the parcel is currently 4.67 acres. This is the old location for the Animal Humane Society.  We are currently in the advanced planning phase to acquire a schematic design to confirm the estimated construction cost.

The Construction delivery system will be Progressive Design Build. It is also anticipated that the city will acquire an Owner’s Advisor to assist with procurement and additional services during design and construction.

In Development Engineering Property Management

Department of General Services / Construction

Miranda Road Firehouse 46

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-14397
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-01
  • Last Updated: 04/10/24
Add to Calendar 2025-04-01 2025-04-01 Miranda Road Firehouse 46

A new infill firehouse will be designed and constructed at 4032 Miranda Road to alleviate high call volumes and meet response time standards in the area. The firehouse will reflect the design of Firehouse #45, a 3-bay, 2-story firehouse programmed for approximately 14,600 square feet. The proposed facility will be located at the corner of Beatties Ford Road. Parcel #03741123 is approximately 6.54 acres. This location and site selection meets the City of Charlotte Policy for Sustainable City Facilities and Charlotte Fire Department Facilities Master Plan.

In Development Charlotte Department Transportation

Charlotte Department of Transportation / Construction

CDOT Sweden Rd EVSE

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CDT-14489
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-08-01
  • Last Updated: 04/10/24
Add to Calendar 2024-08-01 2024-08-01 CDOT Sweden Rd EVSE

In June 2018, the Sustainable and Resilient Charlotte by 2050 Resolution was unanimously passed by City Council. This resolution set aggressive and aspirational municipal and community-wide greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals for the City of Charlotte. Specifically, it strives to have City fleet and facilities be fueled by 100% zero-carbon sources by 2030. The CDOT Sweden Rd facility currently contains many fleet vehicles and buses that are run on gasoline. In order to meet the 2030 target, the City has begun and will continue purchasing Electric Vehicles (EV’s) and equip the CDOT Sweden Rd Facility with EV Chargers.