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.

In Development

Charlotte Storm Water Services / Construction

2500 Briargrove Dr.

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CSWS-19039
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 2500 Briargrove Dr.

This project involves installing a closed drainage system down both Briargrove Dr. and Milton Rd. to reroute runoff from an existing stream. The proposed closed drainage system ties back into the existing culvert under Colby Pl.

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: 10/02/25
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

Fiscal Year 2026 Water Main Replacement

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-18568
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-30
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
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

Charlotte Water / Construction

Belmont Pump Station Construction

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-12294
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-15
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
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

Department of General Services / Construction

Harrisburg Road Shared Use Path (SUP) – Winterwood to Sam Dee

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-19034
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Harrisburg Road Shared Use Path (SUP) – Winterwood to Sam Dee

Improvements on Harrisburg Road between Winterwood Place and Sam Dee Road to create a more pedestrian-oriented corridor. Improvements will primarily include shared use path, drainage, curb and gutter, and milling and overlay of asphalt.

In Development

Department of General Services / Construction

Harrisburg Road Shared Use Path (SUP) – Ponderosa Pine to Colwic ... Harrisburg Road Shared Use Path (SUP) – Ponderosa Pine to Colwick Hill

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-19030
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Harrisburg Road Shared Use Path (SUP) – Ponderosa Pine to Colwick Hill

Improvements on Harrisburg Road between Ponderosa Pine Lane and Colwick Hill Road, including a pedestrian hybrid beacon in between Denbur Drive and Cedarbrook Drive to create a more pedestrian-oriented corridor. Improvements will primarily include shared use path, sidewalk, drainage, mid-block pedestrian crossing, curb and gutter, and milling and overlay of asphalt.

In Development

Department of General Services / Construction

Harrisburg Road Shared Use Path (SUP) – Robinson Church Rd to Ti ... Harrisburg Road Shared Use Path (SUP) – Robinson Church Rd to Timbertop Ln

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-19027
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Harrisburg Road Shared Use Path (SUP) – Robinson Church Rd to Timbertop Ln

Improvements on Harrisburg Rd starting near Robinson Church Road and extending to Timbertop Lane to create a more pedestrian-oriented corridor. Improvements will primarily include shared use path, drainage, curb and gutter, and milling and overlay of asphalt.

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: 10/02/25
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.

Archived

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

Integrated Marketing and Communications Agency of Record

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CATS-17428
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-18
  • Last Updated: 10/02/25
Add to Calendar 2025-04-18 2025-04-18 Integrated Marketing and Communications Agency of Record

Posted Project name:  Professional Marketing and Communications-Services

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is seeking the assistance of a full-service marketing and public relations firm or firms that can assist with general marketing, communications, public relations, crisis communications and/or special events. Some of the tasks or projects will require time commitments that cannot be accommodated quickly in-house due to day-to-day responsibilities, limited resources, and other pressing deadlines. Other tasks or projects may require more specialized services, which the in-house team cannot provide.

CATS anticipates that a variety of Marketing & Communications services will be required during the given contract timeframe. Attendance at CATS staff and board meetings, public/stakeholder group meetings, and other planning support services meetings may be required. The Consultant(s) should have experience and be prepared to assist in disciplines to include but not limited to: strategic and targeted marketing, graphic design, website design and/or management, photography, social media, public relations and affairs, crisis
communications, copywriting, script development for radio or television promotional commercials, media placement, branding, printing, and/or special events.

PSR # 1842

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