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.
City Manager's Office / General Services
Arts and Culture Grantmaking Services
City Wide / General Services
Security Equipment and Maintenance Services
The City is seeking a qualified company to provide Security Equipment and Maintenance Services in its facilities, which is critical to protecting public safety infrastructures and prevention of unauthorized individuals. The Company shall provide, install, and/or replace, when defective, security equipment, and provide maintenance and support to new and existing equipment and technology for video surveillance and access management.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department / General Services
CMPD Recruitment Advertising Services
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) solicits competitive proposals from experienced Companies to provide Recruitment Advertising Services. The selected Company will be tasked with delivering a range of services, including but not limited to brand development, marketing strategy formulation, graphic design, and website design and development. These services will support CMPD in the development and execution of a comprehensive recruitment campaign.
City Wide / General Services
Interpretation, Translation, and Transcription Services
The City seeks proposals from experienced Companies to provide Interpretation, Translation, and Transcription Services. The selected Companies will support City Departments by ensuring transparent and inclusive communication between the City and its residents, businesses, and stakeholders. Multiple Companies will be awarded to meet this need.
Aviation / Commodities & Goods
Badge, Credential Stock and other related items
CLT Airport shall purchase miscellaneous items for re-stocking of badges and credential items including but not limited to badge holders and clips, printer and inline laminating supplies and badges.
Charlotte Water / Construction
McDowell Creek WRRF Primary Clarifier Rehabilitation
This project will rehabilitate Primary Clarifier #5 at the McDowell Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility. The scope of work includes the demolition and replacement of the existing clarifier mechanism, various concrete repairs, and regrouting of the clarifier floor. Additionally, pressure-reducing valves, plug valves, and telescoping valves will be replaced, and existing electrical and instrumentation systems will be reconnected to the new clarifier mechanism. These improvements will enhance the functionality and durability of the primary clarifier.
Charlotte Water / Construction
Fiscal Year 2027 Small Diameter Water and Sewer Services Contract
This contract will provide installation services for small-diameter water and sewer service connections within the Charlotte Water service area. It will replace the existing FY24 Small Service Contract #2. The project ensures continued expansion and maintenance of service connections across the region.
Charlotte Water / Construction
Fiscal Year 2026 Street Main Extensions Contract 3
This contract will focus on the construction of street main extensions and other necessary infrastructure projects. It will also serve as an on-call contract for capital project construction support. The work will be performed throughout Charlotte Water’s service area, ensuring continued system reliability and expansion where needed.
Charlotte Water / Construction
Fiscal Year 2026 Street Main Extensions Contract 2
This contract will include the construction of street main extensions and various infrastructure projects. The contract will provide construction assistance for other capital projects as needed. It covers the entire Charlotte Water service area, ensuring water distribution system improvements.
The City is seeking a qualified Company with experience in grantmaking in the Arts and Culture sector to serve as the lead Company to develop and support a grant program and administer grant funds in line with the City’s Arts and Culture Plan.
While the City is flexible with respect to certain elements of the Arts and Culture Grantmaking Services, the City has specific requirements and preferences for the Service delivery method.