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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Solicitation Category

  • Architectural / Engineering Services
  • Commodities & Goods
  • Construction
  • Construction Cost Estimating
  • General Services
  • Technology Goods & Services

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

Charlotte Area Transit System / Commodities & Goods, General Services

BOD Hybrid Bus Repairs and Maintenance Services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CATS-20410
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 BOD Hybrid Bus Repairs and Maintenance Services

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Bus Operations Division (BOD) anticipates soliciting for hybrid bus repairs and maintenance services. This would be for a multi-year contract that includes, but is not limited to, inspections, diagnostics, troubleshooting, component repair or replacement, and system testing.

PSR # 2050

In Development

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

Rail Geometry Testing

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CATS-20397
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Rail Geometry Testing

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Rail Division is developing a comprehensive automated track inspection program to identify, assess, and mitigate track geometry defects in accordance with industry standards and internal maintenance protocols.  CATS anticipates contracting out this service, which includes but is not limited to the following:

  • Collecting and recording all required geometry measurements listed above
  • Operating in hi-rail mode to ensure full system accessibility
  • Utilizing advanced sensors, measuring systems, and data management platforms to generate accurate track profiles
  • Analyzing collected data in real time during testing operations
  • Performing immediate manual verification of suspect indications in the field

PSR # 2049

 

In Development

Aviation / Construction

Airport Surveillance Radar Relocation Construction

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-20456
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-05-03
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2027-05-03 2027-05-03 Airport Surveillance Radar Relocation Construction

This project consists of the construction of a new Airport Surveillance facility (ASR) at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport in Charlotte, North Carolina. Two buildings will be constructed along with the 87ft tall ASR Tower. These two buildings consist of an ASR Support Building and a Storage Building. The sitework consists of an asphalt paved entrance drive and parking lot with a stormwater system.

In Development

Aviation / Construction

PCC Slab Replacement Program

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-AVI-19684
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-08-03
  • Last Updated: 02/24/26
Add to Calendar 2026-08-03 2026-08-03 PCC Slab Replacement Program

The Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) Slab Replacement Program will include the rehabilitation and replacement of various airfield PCC pavement slabs that will be identified by the Owner. The intent of this solicitation is to select a company to provide rehabilitation and replacements utilizing selected construction materials for specific projects at various locations on Airport property on an as needed, Task Order basis during the duration of the scheduled contract. The Scope of Services requires the contractor to furnish all supervision, labor, materials, machinery, tools, equipment, and services, and perform and complete all work in an efficient and workmanlike manner necessary to complete construction of the PCC Slab Replacement Program.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Piccadilly Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-8365
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-10-15
  • Last Updated: 02/20/26
Add to Calendar 2027-10-15 2027-10-15 Piccadilly 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

1206 Georgetown Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-19051
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-10-15
  • Last Updated: 02/20/26
Add to Calendar 2027-10-15 2027-10-15 1206 Georgetown Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The project is bounded by Pondella Drive to the West and North, Georgetown Drive to the South and Rosada Ave to the East.  The project involves storm drainage improvements along Georgetown Rd primarily with some improvements in intersections with Rosada Avenue and Pondella Drive.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Hastings Princeton Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-19065
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-09-15
  • Last Updated: 02/20/26
Add to Calendar 2027-09-15 2027-09-15 Hastings Princeton Storm Drainage Improvement Project

The Hastings/Princeton Storm Drainage Improvement Project will reduce street and structure flooding throughout the neighborhood. Located within a drainage area of approximately 80 acres, the project will replace aging infrastructure and provide adequate system capacity. The project area is bordered by Wellesley Avenue to the north, Hastings Drive to the south, Selwyn Avenue to the east and Jamestown Drive to the west.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Edgewater/Rosecrest Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-3465
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-06-15
  • Last Updated: 02/20/26
Add to Calendar 2027-06-15 2027-06-15 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

Chatham Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-5451
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-06-15
  • Last Updated: 02/20/26
Add to Calendar 2027-06-15 2027-06-15 Chatham 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.

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