Earlybird, Business Opportunity Pipeline, City of Charlotte

/ 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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Expected Release Year

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Expected Release Date

  • Q1 (Jan-Mar)
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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

Department of General Services / Construction

CMGC – ADA Ph 2 – CMaR – Contractor Pre-Qualificatio ... CMGC – ADA Ph 2 – CMaR – Contractor Pre-Qualification

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-18921
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 CMGC – ADA Ph 2 – CMaR – Contractor Pre-Qualification

Char-Meck Gov’t Center is identified in the City-wide ADA Transition Plan for Program Implementation. Project scope includes removing physical barriers identified in the ADA Transition Plan in conformance with code as applicable. Project Delivery for Phase 2 is Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR).  Vendors will be encouraged to look for contractor pre-qualification notices from our CMaR, JE Dunn Construction Company in 2026.  Scope includes Plaza Deck, 1st Floor Lobby, Mezz Level, Highrise and the adjacent parking deck.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Camp Greene/Freedom Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2028-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-8369
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2028-12-15
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2028-12-15 2028-12-15 Camp Greene/Freedom Drive 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 located near the intersection of Camp Greene Street and Freedom Drive.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Toomey Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2028-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-8373
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2028-03-15
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2028-03-15 2028-03-15 Toomey Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The 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 the review is complete.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Rocky Falls Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2028-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-8367
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2028-02-15
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2028-02-15 2028-02-15 Rocky Falls 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

Foxrun/Burtonwood Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2028-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-9838
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2028-01-29
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2028-01-29 2028-01-29 Foxrun/Burtonwood Storm Drainage Improvement Project

This project is bordered by Rama Road to the north, McAlpine Creek to the south, Monroe Road to the east and Burlwood Road to the west.  The drainage system consists of open channel and closed pipe systems underneath City maintained roads.  This was previously identified as a major capital project from the watershed ranking prioritization process with a score of 54 of 100.  The ranking protocol identifies 30 structures that experience flooding in the 100-year storm event and 16 roads that experience transverse overtopping events that do not meet current standards.  A holistic project is needed to cost beneficially address the drainage system issues.

 

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Reece Rd Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-19049
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-12-15
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2027-12-15 2027-12-15 Reece Rd Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The project is bounded by the Park Rd Shopping Center to the South, Park Rd to the West, Arbor Lane to the North and Little Sugar Creek to the East.  The project involves storm drainage improvements along Reece Rd primarily with some improvements in intersections with Park Rd and Arbor Lane.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Log Cabin 937 Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-8371
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-12-15
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2027-12-15 2027-12-15 Log Cabin 937 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

Queens Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-17294
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-11-15
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2027-11-15 2027-11-15 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

Perth-Milton Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2028-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-20399
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2028-01-15
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2028-01-15 2028-01-15 Perth-Milton Storm Drainage Improvement Project

Proposed installation of residential access bridge, stream improvements, and storm drainage infrastructure in Perth Court area.

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