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.
Charlotte Water / Construction
Belmont Pump Station Construction
Charlotte Water / Construction
Fiscal Year 2027 Small Diameter Water and Sewer Services Contract
This contract will provide installation services for small-diameter water and sewer service connections within the Charlotte Water service area. It will replace the existing FY24 Small Service Contract #2. The project ensures continued expansion and maintenance of service connections across the region.
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
718 Harwyn Dr.
Project proposed to replace an existing culvert system under Harwyn Dr. with 2 – 3×5 box culverts, as well as a pipe cleaning effort through the triple 54” RCP culvert at downstream Eaves Ln.
Charlotte Water / Construction
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.
Charlotte Water / Construction
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.
Charlotte Water / Construction
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.
Charlotte Water / Architectural / Engineering Services
Elevated Water Tank Rehabilitation
This project involves the rehabilitation of existing elevated water storage tanks to restore structural integrity and operational efficiency. Associated work includes improvements to nearby waterlines to ensure reliable connectivity to the tanks. Site work may include clearing, grading, and other modifications necessary to support the rehabilitation activities. The goal is to extend the service life of the tanks and maintain consistent water system performance.
Charlotte Water / Construction
McDowell Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Clarifier and Influe ... 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.
Charlotte Water / Construction
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.
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.