/ 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

  • 2019
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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

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS Facilities General Maintenance and Repair Services

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-16174
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-10
  • Last Updated: 10/27/24
Add to Calendar 2024-12-10 2024-12-10 CATS Facilities General Maintenance and Repair Services

CATS is looking to contract general maintenance and repair services for various mechanical and electrical systems.  Contractor will need to be available at all times on an on-call basis.  Preventative services, along with routine maintenance and repair, are required.

PSR # 1783

In Development

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

FTA 5310 FY23 Call for Projects

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-16177
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-10
  • Last Updated: 10/27/24
Add to Calendar 2024-12-10 2024-12-10 FTA 5310 FY23 Call for Projects

The Charlotte Area Transit System is seeking contractors for the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Grant Program (Section 5310). Section 5310 funds are available for capital and operating expenses to support transportation projects that meet the special transportation needs of seniors (individuals 65 years and older) and individuals with disabilities. All projects must be situated in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Urbanized area and must be derived from the Coordinated Human Services Transportation Plan for the Charlotte Urbanized Area (FY2022-FY2027).

PSR # 1785

In Development

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS On-Call Doors, Locks, Hardware Install & Repair

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-16094
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-07
  • Last Updated: 10/27/24
Add to Calendar 2024-12-07 2024-12-07 CATS On-Call Doors, Locks, Hardware Install & Repair

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) anticipates contracting out the repair, installation, and supply of interior and exterior doors, locks, and hardware.  CATS is responsible for security and controlled entry for a variety of municipal facilities, structures and assets with a range of uses including office, warehouse, storage, parking, and vehicle maintenance facilities.  CATS operates on a 24/7/365 basis and requires  24-hour emergency repair services, as well as the ability to provide additions and alterations to existing and new locations on an ongoing basis.

PSR # 1780

In Development

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS Pump Station Pit Cleaning

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-16098
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-07
  • Last Updated: 10/27/24
Add to Calendar 2024-12-07 2024-12-07 CATS Pump Station Pit Cleaning

Pump Station Pit Cleaning and disposal services in Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS). The selected contractor will be responsible for the annual, optional, and emergency cleaning, removal, and disposal of material from pump station pits across various CATS Facilities. The scope of work includes specific equipment, safety, and disposal requirements.

PSR # 1781

In Development

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS Buildings Roof Maintenance & Repair

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-16077
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-03
  • Last Updated: 10/27/24
Add to Calendar 2024-12-03 2024-12-03 CATS Buildings Roof Maintenance & Repair

The Charlotte Area Transit System is responsible for maintaining a portfolio of approximately (44) facilities, including Administrative Offices, Maintenance Facilities, Park & Ride Facilities, Light Rail Facilities and offices, equipment shops, Parking Decks, Power Stations, Transit Power Sub- stations, etc.

Contractor shall inspect and maintain CATS owned building roof systems, provide minor roof repairs to prevent roof system leakage, take digital photos, and provide a report on each system.

PSR # 1778

In Development

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

HVAC REPAIR SERVICES

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-16057
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-11-30
  • Last Updated: 10/27/24
Add to Calendar 2024-11-30 2024-11-30 HVAC REPAIR SERVICES

The Company shall provide repair Services for HVAC systems at all
Charlotte Area Transit System Facilities. Repair services shall be
comprehensive of all tasks necessary to ensure HVAC systems regain
operational status at their established capacity and efficiency. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards shall be followed, including reference to capacity and efficiency ratings. Charlotte Area Transit System has several different types and sizes of HVAC systems located throughout the City of Charlotte.

PSR # 1766

In Development

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS ANNUAL BOILER MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SERVICES

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-16059
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-11-30
  • Last Updated: 10/27/24
Add to Calendar 2024-11-30 2024-11-30 CATS ANNUAL BOILER MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SERVICES

This is a contract that will provide for preventative maintenance and repair for (8) AERCO boiler equipment at the CATS South Tryon Maintenance Facility Complex and CATS South Boulevard Light Rail Vehicle Maintenance Facility. This equipment can only be serviced by AERCO certified technicians with access to proprietary parts.

PSR # 1769

In Development

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

Hoist and Crane Repair, Services, and Training

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-16053
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-30
  • Last Updated: 10/27/24
Add to Calendar 2024-12-30 2024-12-30 Hoist and Crane Repair, Services, and Training

The general scope of the offered three-year (3 years) contract shall
be to perform basic OSHA inspections, safety inspections, full·
service preventive maintenance, repairs of Its hoist and crane
equipment, and training.

PSR # 1761

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

Thermal Culvert Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CSWS-8345
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-17
  • Last Updated: 10/23/24
Add to Calendar 2024-12-17 2024-12-17 Thermal Culvert 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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