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.
Charlotte Water / General Services
General Contractor Services
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
Farmer Street 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 bordered by West Boulevard to the north, Farmer Street the south, Clanton Road to the east and Ross Avenue to the west. The drainage system consists of closed corrugated metal pipe systems underneath City maintained roads.
Aviation / Architectural / Engineering Services
2025 AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
The Charlotte Douglas International Airport is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to conduct an update to its Airport Master Plan. As a large hub, the airport seeks a comprehensive assessment of its current facilities, operations, and projected future needs, aligned with FAA guidelines and industry best practices. The scope of work includes evaluating existing conditions, forecasting aviation activity, analyzing capacity and facility requirements, and developing alternatives to accommodate future growth.
Department of General Services / Construction
CMPD HQ THIRD FLOOR 911 ALTERATIONS
Alterations to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Headquarters include but are not limited to: demolition to the interior space, new wall, new ceilings, new floor and wall finishes, and alterations plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, and electrical systems.
Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction
Ideal Way 816 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.
Charlotte Water / General Services
Electrical Maintenance & Repair Services
Charlotte Water is soliciting proposals from qualified companies to provide as-needed electrical services.
Charlotte Water / Commodities & Goods
Uniform, Work Clothing, and Branded Specialty Items
This solicitation is to provide employees located in various locations throughout the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County with embroidered and non-embroidered uniform and work related clothing. Shirts (including polo, short sleeve, and long sleeve), Coveralls, High Visibility Work Shirt, all jackets, windbreakers, hats and lab coats will require the City of Charlotte logo embroidered on the items.
Aviation / General Services
On-Call Pipe Drape Rental Services
CLT Airport will be seeking vendor(s) to provide cattle gates and pipe and drape rentals on an as needed basis throughout a defined contract term. These items are used to temporarily redirect passenger traffic and/or hide work areas. Most rental deliveries will be delivered overnight when passenger traffic is minimal.
Department of General Services / General Services
Light Vehicle Repairs
The City of Charlotte requires qualified light vehicle dealers and general service providers to work in conjunction with the Fleet Management Division to support the city’s fleet comprising various makes and model years. The services for this requirement include, but are not limited to, repair, replacement, maintenance, diagnostic, warranty repair, on all automobiles, vans, and pick-up trucks operated by the City without exclusions or limitations.
This RFP seeks to establish a contract for comprehensive light vehicle repair and maintenance services to support the City’s fleet, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality service delivery in accordance with the City’s operational requirements.
Charlotte Water is soliciting proposals from qualified companies to provide as‐needed General Contractor services for facilities, structures, and other assets.
The selected company must carry a valid North Carolina General Contractor’s License and must be capable of furnishing all labor, tools, equipment, transportation, supervision, and effort necessary to provide the required services. The License Qualifier must have at least five (5) years’ experience providing services as described in the Scope of Work.