/ Opportunities

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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Solicitation Category

  • Architectural / Engineering Services
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Expected Release Year

  • 2019
  • 2020
  • 2021
  • 2022

Expected Release Date

  • Q1 (Jan-Mar)
  • Q2 (Apr-Jun)
  • Q3 (Jul-Sep)
  • Q4 (Oct-Dec)

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+
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In Development

Aviation / Construction

Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Facility (ARFF)

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-AVI-12926
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-08-01
  • Last Updated: 08/23/24
Add to Calendar 2025-08-01 2025-08-01 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 Storm Water Services / Construction

Edgewater/Rosecrest Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-3465
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-08-13
  • Last Updated: 08/21/24
Add to Calendar 2025-08-13 2025-08-13 Edgewater/Rosecrest Storm Drainage Improvement Project

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 Storm Water Services / Construction

Magnolia/Winthrop Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-15648
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-07-28
  • Last Updated: 08/21/24
Add to Calendar 2025-07-28 2025-07-28 Magnolia/Winthrop Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The Magnolia/Winthrop Storm Drainage Improvement Project (SDIP) consists of storm water infrastructure improvements along Ideal Way, Winthrop Avenue and Springdale Avenue. Work will involve mobilization, earthwork, drainage structures, storm drain pipe systems, working over, under, near, and around existing private utilities, asphalt paving, concrete flatwork, water and sewer (relocations, installations and adjustments), traffic control and any other associated work required by the Engineer.

 

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Pella Rd 6212 Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-15642
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-02-01
  • Last Updated: 08/21/24
Add to Calendar 2025-02-01 2025-02-01 Pella Rd 6212 Project

Project consist of joint repairs and the lining of 563 LF of 66 CMP with CIPP.  Three non-standard and three standard structures will be removed/replaced as well as two headwalls.  57 LF of 24 inch RCP will be removed and replaced. A rip rap apron will be revised/installed.  70 LF of an 8″ water main will also be relocated.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Faulconbridge Rd 5749 Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-15644
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-02-01
  • Last Updated: 08/21/24
Add to Calendar 2025-02-01 2025-02-01 Faulconbridge Rd 5749 Project

Project consists of lining 556 LF of 42 inch CMP and 131 LF of 15 inch RCP with CIPP.  Eight existing drainage structures will be removed and replaced and two additional structures will be added. 221 LF of 15″ RCP will be removed and replaced. Chemical grouting joint repair will also be installed at approx. 15 locations throughout the 42″ CMP.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Queens Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-15633
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-07-30
  • Last Updated: 08/21/24
Add to Calendar 2025-07-30 2025-07-30 Queens Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The project involves analysis of existing conditions to determine areas suitable for improvement, planning analysis of improvement alternatives, and the design and construction of the needed improvements in the Queens Storm Drainage Improvement Project (SDIP) area.

The Queens Storm Drainage Improvement Project is bordered by East 4th Street to the north, Baxter Street to the south, Caswell Road to the east and Baldwin Avenue to the west.  This project area is within a drainage area of approximately 40 acres and the improvements will include pipe system upgrades and channel improvements.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Eastway Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-15631
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-02-15
  • Last Updated: 08/21/24
Add to Calendar 2025-02-15 2025-02-15 Eastway Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The project involves analysis of existing conditions to determine areas suitable for improvement, planning analysis of improvement alternatives, and the design and construction of the needed improvements in the Eastway Storm Drainage Improvement Project (SDIP) area.

The Eastway Storm Drainage Improvement Project is bordered by Arnold Drive to the north, Central Avenue to the south, Temple Lane to the east and Eastway Drive to the west.  This project area is within a drainage area of approximately 200 acres and the improvements may include pipe system upgrades and channel improvements.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Hunter Acres Water Quality Enhancement Project

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-15629
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-12
  • Last Updated: 08/21/24
Add to Calendar 2024-12-12 2024-12-12 Hunter Acres Water Quality Enhancement Project

Dredging of pond forebay, addition of stormwater pipe, and replacement of existing box culverts to address forebay erosion issues at the site.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Hill Street Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-3451
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-03
  • Last Updated: 08/21/24
Add to Calendar 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 Hill Street Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The storm drainage improvement project is for the area in and around Hill Street.  The construction project boundaries are Tryon Street to the southeast, Trade Street to the northeast, South Cedar Street and West 1st Street to the north, and Palmer Street to the southwest. The project includes storm drainage improvements that reduce house and street flooding or will repair failing infrastructure.

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