/ 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.

In Development

Charlotte Water / General Services

Standby Power and Instrumentation at Tank Sites

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-18593
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-05-01
  • Last Updated: 07/09/25
Add to Calendar 2026-05-01 2026-05-01 Standby Power and Instrumentation at Tank Sites

This construction contract includes the installation of new natural gas or propane-powered generators at multiple water storage tank sites. The work also involves associated miscellaneous electrical improvements necessary to support standby power functionality. These upgrades are intended to enhance system reliability and ensure continuous operation during power outages.

In Development

Charlotte Water / Construction

Belmont Pump Station Construction

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-12294
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-15
  • Last Updated: 07/09/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-15 2026-04-15 Belmont Pump Station Construction

This project will deliver a new pumping station and pressurized pipe to convey wastewater flow from the City of Belmont to Charlotte Water’s (CLTWater) Stowe Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility via CLTWater’s Paw Creek Pumping Station. This project will allow the existing Belmont Wastewater Treatment Plant to be decommissioned and eliminate the need for costly improvements at this facility. Due to separate funding sources, the project will be delivered via Design-Bid-Build delivery method through two phases of design and three separate construction contracts.

In Development

Charlotte Water / Construction

Fiscal Year 2026 Water Main Replacement

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-18568
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-30
  • Last Updated: 07/09/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-30 2026-04-30 Fiscal Year 2026 Water Main Replacement

This construction contract is designated for the replacement of aging water main infrastructure. The scope of work primarily targets water mains that have reached or exceeded their expected service life and are now contributing to operational challenges such as increased maintenance, reduced reliability, and potential service interruptions. Priority is given to pipeline segments 12 inches in diameter or smaller. This contract supports Charlotte Water’s long-term asset management strategy by improving system resilience, reducing unplanned outages, and enhancing overall water service reliability.

 

In Development

Department of General Services / Construction

Cross Charlotte Trail (XCLT)− Matheson to Craighead (REVISED 7/2025) ... Cross Charlotte Trail (XCLT)− Matheson to Craighead (REVISED 7/2025)

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-14020
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-04-01
  • Last Updated: 07/09/25
Add to Calendar 2027-04-01 2027-04-01 Cross Charlotte Trail (XCLT)− Matheson to Craighead (REVISED 7/2025)

The Matheson to Craighead segment of the Cross Charlotte Trail will implement a 14-foot shared use path beginning at E 36th Street. The path will continue down Cullman Ave and board walk up into a pedestrian bridge spanning the Norfolk Southern Railroad tracks utilizing a prefabricated structure within railroad right of way. The structure will then connect to the existing trail built by Brand Properties within the Kaleido Noda apartment complex.

July 2025 Update: This project will not go out for public bid; it is now being designed and constructed through a reimbursement agreement with a private developer

In Development

Charlotte Water / Construction

Belmont Horizontal Directional Drilling Construction

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-18602
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-15
  • Last Updated: 07/09/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-15 2026-04-15 Belmont Horizontal Directional Drilling Construction

This project will deliver a new lift station and force main to convey wastewater flow from the City of Belmont to Charlotte Water’s (CLTWater) Stowe Regional WWRF via CLTWater’s Paw Creek Pump Station. This project will allow the existing Belmont Wastewater Treatment Plant to be decommissioned and eliminate the need for costly improvements at This facility. Due to separate funding sources, the project will be delivered via Design-Bid-Build delivery method through two phases of Design and three separate construction contracts.

In Development

Aviation / General Services

Building Management Systems

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-14659
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-04-01
  • Last Updated: 05/14/25
Add to Calendar 2027-04-01 2027-04-01 Building Management Systems

CLT is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced companies interested in maintaining existing or providing a Building Management Systems to monitor access control, cameras, HVAC and fire detection at the main Terminal, old Terminal building and at the CLT
Center.

In Development

Department of General Services / Construction

WT Harris SUP (JW Clay to N Tryon)

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-17369
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 02/03/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 WT Harris SUP (JW Clay to N Tryon)

A 12’ wide shared-use path will be installed along WT Harris Blvd, from JW Clay Blvd to N Tryon St. This includes pedestrian ramps, storm drain services, and new pavement markings in addition to the shared-use path.  Project Length = 0.33 miles.

In Development

Department of General Services / Construction

Old Concord Road Shared-Use Path (Meadow Vista to Arlyn Cir)

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-17201
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 02/03/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Old Concord Road Shared-Use Path (Meadow Vista to Arlyn Cir)

This project will construct a shared-use path along the west side of Old Concord Road from Meadow Vista Road to Arlyn Circle. Construction of driveway improvements and wheelchair ramps are included in this scope. The construction of the shared-use path will help to improve safety and walking conditions for citizens along this minor thoroughfare. This project will also connect several miles of pedestrian walkways within this area. Old Concord Road Shared-Use Path is considered a high priority project based on CDOT’s sidewalk Priority list and was requested by the residents and business owners in the area. Improvements for Charlotte Water are also included in the project scope. Project Length= .85 miles.

In Development

Department of General Services / Construction

Arrowood at Whitehall Commons Intersection

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-17318
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 09/20/24
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Arrowood at Whitehall Commons Intersection

This is an intersection project which will involve installing a new traffic signal with pedestrian signals, widening some of the approaches, replacing all curb ramps, mill & overlay, and pavement markings. The traffic signal will use steel strain poles.

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