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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  • 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)
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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

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Laurel Avenue Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-9836
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-03-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-03-15 2027-03-15 Laurel Avenue Storm Drainage Improvement Project

This project is bordered by Laurel Avenue to the north, Dotger Avenue to the south, Randolph Road to the east and Hempstead Place to the west.  The existing drainage system consists of closed pipe systems.  This drainage system is currently undersized and street flooding has been reported on Colville Road and building flooding has been reported on Cranbrook Lane.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Eastway Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-17293
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-03-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-03-15 2027-03-15 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

Bruns Academy Water Quality Enhancement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-19585
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-02-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-02-15 2027-02-15 Bruns Academy Water Quality Enhancement Project

There is an existing wetlands system and stream adjacent to the Bruns Academy that are in need of improvements. The intent of this project is to reset an existing wetlands system to its original design and provide enhancement, where applicable. Wetland restoration efforts will include regrading, sodding and planting of vegetation,  installation of a new pedestrian bridge and retaining wall.  Additionally, stream improvements, such as regrading banks and adding riffles, are proposed. The proposed improvements will enhance the overall performance of the system for conveying and treating stormwater.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Barrington Drive 5919 Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-7056
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-02-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-02-15 2027-02-15 Barrington Drive 5919 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 the review is complete.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Collective M (Sharon Hills) Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CSWS-7054
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-01-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2027-01-15 2027-01-15 Collective M (Sharon Hills) 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 a collective package of 7 small Storm Drain Improvement projects that will be constructed under one contract.  This project package is under review and location and project details will be provided after review is complete.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Caldwell Williams/Old Plank Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-19059
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-10-26
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2026-10-26 2026-10-26 Caldwell Williams/Old Plank Storm Drainage Improvement Project

Old Plank portion of project: Project initiated due to failure of 84” CMP system on Old Plank Rd. City plans to remove and replace 86” CMP with 56LF 8’x7’ RCBC; Add (2) concrete wingwalls;

Caldwell Williams portion of project: Project initiated due to road flooding. City plans to replace (2) 60” CMP pipes with 39 LF of 13×5 Box culvert. City also intends to add 40LF of 18” RCP; (2) Double catch basins and (2) concrete wingwalls; Pavement and curb replacement.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Woodland Dr 2000 Ph 2 Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-19057
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-09-29
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2026-09-29 2026-09-29 Woodland Dr 2000 Ph 2 Storm Drainage Improvement Project

Project initiated to permanently fix what was an old AFT project. City intends to replace the existing 12’x8’ CMP and replace with approx. 50 LF of 10×8 RCBC; Add (2) concrete wingwalls; (4) CBs; (1) JB; Asphalt and curb replacement; Tie existing sewer crossing into a separate system (2) SSMH’s and approx 30 LF of 8” DIP; 15 LF 15” PVC

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Foxwood Road 2727 Storm Drain Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q3(Jul-Sep)-CSWS-7058
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-08-15
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2026-08-15 2026-08-15 Foxwood Road 2727 Storm Drain 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 the review is complete.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

2500 Briargrove Dr. Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-19039
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 02/16/26
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 2500 Briargrove Dr. Storm Drainage Improvement Project

This project involves installing a closed drainage system down both Briargrove Dr. and Milton Rd. to reroute runoff from an existing stream. The proposed closed drainage system ties back into the existing culvert under Colby Pl.

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