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.

Archived

City Manager's Office / General Services

Construction Bonding Services

  • Posting Number: 2022-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CMO-9976
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2022-10-10
  • Last Updated: 02/17/26
Add to Calendar 2022-10-10 2022-10-10 Construction Bonding Services

A priority for the Charlotte Business INClusion (CBI) Program is to provide a construction bonding services program that will educate the city’s minority, women and small business enterprises (MWSBEs) on how to obtain construction bonding in an effort to help encourage their participation in city construction contracts.

Service Providers are to provide full descriptions of their service functionality, identify where the program would be located, and provide the cost to operate and maintain a construction bonding program. Service providers shall describe the relationship with the  bond company that will be providing construction bonds for eligible certified firms.

Archived

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS Commercial Container Waste Management Collection

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-17319
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-20
  • Last Updated: 02/17/26
Add to Calendar 2024-12-20 2024-12-20 CATS Commercial Container Waste Management Collection

Waste Removal and Container Rental Services – The Company shall provide Charlotte Area Transit System with collection of disposal services for its non-hazardous waste and cardboard recyclables and provides rental containers at (5) Charlotte Area Transit System locations throughout Mecklenburg County. The Company is responsible for providing container rental, waste collection and disposal services of Waste and Recyclables for Charlotte Area Transit System. Each location may have multiple waste container requirements and service requirements.

 

PSR # 1757

Archived

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

Program Management Advisor Consultant Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-18828
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-11-08
  • Last Updated: 02/17/26
Add to Calendar 2025-11-08 2025-11-08 Program Management Advisor Consultant Services

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) anticipates requesting proposals in the near future from qualified consulting firms to provide Program Management and Advisor (PMA) services to support the oversight and implementation of a multi-phase, multi-billion-dollar transit capital program involving bus and rail expansion. This program encompasses planning, design, construction, and integration of major transit improvements over the next 30 years.

PSR # 1937

Archived

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

FY24 Section 5310 Call for Projects

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-18769
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-10-28
  • Last Updated: 02/17/26
Add to Calendar 2025-10-28 2025-10-28 FY24 Section 5310 Call for Projects

In July 2012, Congress authorized a new federal transportation bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), which consolidated two transit programs under previous legislation (Section 5310: “Transportation for Elderly Persons and Persons with Disabilities” and Section 5317: “New Freedom Program”) into a single: “Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities” (Section 5310). The purpose of this consolidated program is to provide funds for projects that serve the special needs of transit-dependent populations when traditional public transportation services are insufficient, unavailable, or inappropriate and programs that expand the transportation options beyond those required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

PSR # 1928

Archived

Charlotte Area Transit System / Technology Goods & Services

CATS Rail Vital Network Switch Refresh

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-18559
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-10-07
  • Last Updated: 02/17/26
Add to Calendar 2025-10-07 2025-10-07 CATS Rail Vital Network Switch Refresh

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Information and Technology division (I&T) is undertaking a comprehensive upgrade of the critical network infrastructure on the Lynx Blue Line Extension.  This will be done by replacing the existing Moxa EDS-508-A-T network switches–in service since their installation in 2017–with the more advanced and reliable EDS-4008-T network switches. This replacement will significantly improve network stability and performance, ensuring continued operational excellence. In addition to the hardware upgrade, we will also be updating the network monitoring and management software to the latest version of MXView One. This software enhancement includes full licensing coverage for all 33 newly installed switches, enabling more efficient, centralized-control and real-time monitoring of the network. These improvements are designed to support the growing demands of the Lynx Blue Line Extension, enhance system security, and facilitate proactive maintenance, ultimately contributing to a more robust and resilient transit network.

PSR 1925

Archived

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

FTA 5310 FY23 Call for Projects

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-17336
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-10
  • Last Updated: 02/17/26
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

Archived

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

CATS Pump Station Pit Cleaning

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-17333
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-07
  • Last Updated: 02/17/26
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

Archived

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

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

  • Posting Number: 2024-Q4(Oct-Dec)-CATS-17332
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2024-12-07
  • Last Updated: 02/17/26
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

Archived

Aviation / General Services

Succession Planning Framework and Related Consulting Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q4(Oct-Dec)-AVI-17357
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-12-16
  • Last Updated: 02/09/26
Add to Calendar 2025-12-16 2025-12-16 Succession Planning Framework and Related Consulting Services

CLT is seeking proposals from capable consultants with expertise in delivering succession planning framework and related consulting services. This initiative pertains to pivotal roles including executive, directorial, and other vital positions, where seamless and effective personnel transitions are paramount to sustain operational efficiency. Leveraging existing internal talent to bridge transitional gaps and preserving indispensable operational insights, knowledge and procedures stand as imperative objectives for CLT. We seek a consultant who can deliver a practical and comprehensive succession plan that is realistic for our business and employee population and can be adapted as needed and maintained by CLT Staff.

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