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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.

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Archived

Aviation / Construction

CEP Chiller 5 Expansion

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-17325
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-02-27
  • Last Updated: 03/06/25
Add to Calendar 2025-02-27 2025-02-27 CEP Chiller 5 Expansion

The scope of this project is to connect one 2000-ton chiller (owner furnished and set on equipment pad) and corresponding mechanical equipment to the CEP. The addition of the chiller will also include the installation of one 2000-ton rooftop cooling tower, one chilled water pump, removal of existing filtration systems, new side filtration skids, and one condenser water pump. Existing structure and piping will be extended as needed to accommodate the installation of the listed equipment.

Archived

Aviation / Architectural / Engineering Services

South Ramp Expansion Program Phases 1 and 2

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-15154
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-02-24
  • Last Updated: 03/05/25
Add to Calendar 2025-02-24 2025-02-24 South Ramp Expansion Program Phases 1 and 2

The South Ramp Expansion Program (SR Expansion Program or Program) for Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT or the Airport) consists of the design and construction of a three-phase program targeted to enhance capacity and improve efficiency of the terminal ramp by addressing ramp congestion, improving taxi times and enhancing safety. Phase 1 of the South Ramp Expansion Program will provide unimpeded dual ADG III and V taxilanes for the southeast area. Phase 2 of the Program will provide continuity of the unimpeded dual ADG III and V taxilanes for the center area of the ramp. The Program also provides for the relocation of the Airport Surveillance Radar (ASR) and the Center Lighting Vault. Finally, Phase 3 will complete the linear and unimpeded taxilane connectivity for the southwest corner of the terminal ramp.

The SR Expansion Program currently consists of five separate construction projects, three airfield and two enabling facility relocations, as identified in the list below. This RFQ will be used to select a Firm to provide the design services and construction administration for South Ramp Expansion Phase 1/East and South Ramp Expansion Phase 2/Center.

Archived

Aviation / Architectural / Engineering Services

Consultant for Roof and Skylight Inspections

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-16719
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-01-28
  • Last Updated: 03/05/25
Add to Calendar 2025-01-28 2025-01-28 Consultant for Roof and Skylight Inspections

The purpose of these services is to inspect each facility roof and exterior walls by qualified personnel as scheduled by client. This consists of all elements of roofs and building envelopes. No invasive roof openings are anticipated as part of these services. Additionally, perform water tests as scheduled by the client at Skylights, Windows, Exterior Walls or Through-Wall Flashings utilizing a spray rack or standard garden hoses and portable communication.

Archived

Aviation / General Services

Window Washing

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-AVI-14739
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-01-14
  • Last Updated: 02/24/25
Add to Calendar 2025-01-14 2025-01-14 Window Washing

The scope of this contract shall be to provide window cleaning services (“Work”) through the Airport’s main terminal, business valet parking decks, daily parking decks, hourly parking deck, old terminal and ramp tower. Work will include interior and exterior window cleaning on an “on-call” basis.

Archived

Charlotte Fire Department / Commodities & Goods

Airport Fire Department Fluorine Free Foam

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CFD-17047
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-02-20
  • Last Updated: 02/24/25
Add to Calendar 2025-02-20 2025-02-20 Airport Fire Department Fluorine Free Foam

The Charlotte Douglas Airport Fire Department is expecting delivery of a new crash truck around August/September of 2025. As part of this update, they will be transitioning to fluorine free foam for this truck, current trucks and all future crash trucks in their fleet and therefore are seeking a new multi-year contract for the purchase of fluorine free firefighting foam.
All Products and component parts furnished under the Contract shall comply with the specifications and terms and conditions.

Archived

Charlotte Water / Architectural / Engineering Services

Franklin Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Electrical Upgrades

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CW-17208
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-01-31
  • Last Updated: 02/05/25
Add to Calendar 2025-01-31 2025-01-31 Franklin Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Electrical Upgrades

Charlotte Water is requesting proposals from qualified companies interested in providing Professional Engineering Services for the Franklin WTP Electrical Upgrades Project. The delivery method for the Project will be Design-Bid-Build. The initial design contract is anticipated to include detailed design, permitting, and bid phase services. The design contract will be amended later to include construction administration services. Note that CLTWater will provide the selected firm a copy of the “Franklin WTP Electrical Upgrades Preliminary Engineering Report (PER)” (being written by Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc.), which will be the basis of detailed design. The PER is currently in development and will be provided before the Notice to Proceed for detailed design.

The following is a general description of the work required in the Franklin WTP Electrical Upgrades project. This is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor is it guaranteed that all of the below tasks will be completed. A more defined Scope of Work will be developed during negotiations with the selected firm and completion of the “Franklin WTP Electrical Upgrades PER”.

  • Detailed Design – The Engineer will provide the resources and expertise to complete the design of improvements to the existing electrical feed and standby power systems at the Franklin WTP. These upgrades will focus on providing a redundant and reliable electrical feed that meets regulatory requirements and operating goals of the plant. The Engineer will prepare detailed plans and specifications per CLTWater requirements for bidding and construction of the Project. The Engineer will support CLTWater during the bid phase/process.
    • Design of a centralized, masonry generator building with four generator bays and new switchgear.  Three generators will be procured/installed in this project.  Engineering disciplines involved include architectural, structural, building mechanical (HVAC and plumbing), process mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and controls (I&C), and civil. Surveying services and geotechnical investigation will be required.
    • Modernization of medium and low voltage switchgear, specifically at High Service Pumping Station #2 and Main Building.
    • Coordination with Duke Energy on any required modifications to the existing substation.
    • Rehabilitation of existing transfer switches and transformers at High Service Pumping Station #1, Raw Water Pumping Station #1, and Raw Water Pumping Station #2.
    • Implementation of upgraded instrumentation and controls.
    • Modifications to existing overhead power loop, focusing on redundancy and resiliency.
    • Conversion to main-tie-main configuration, where applicable.
    • As noted, CLTWater is completing a PER, which will be made available to the selected firm. The document will not be available to Proposers as a reference document since it is not complete.
  • Permitting – The Engineer will provide the expertise and resources to determine the required permitting and work with CLTWater and the regulatory agencies to successfully obtain all required permits.  Potential permits required include:
    • ACOE Section 404 Permit,
    • NCDEQ 401 Water Quality Certification,
    • NCDEQ Authorization to Construct,
    • Charlotte Mecklenburg Building permits, and
    • Erosion control permits.
  • Cost Estimating – Budget is critical on this project, and the Engineer will be expected to have a high degree of accuracy of cost estimating at all phases of design such that development of the final estimate reflects current market pricing as much as practical.
  • Construction Administration – The Engineer will provide Construction Administration services during the project construction phase with both office engineering services and Resident Project Representative services in the field.
  • Start-Up and Commissioning – The Engineer will provide the resources and expertise to start up the new facilities and ensure they are operating as planned and reliably.  Commissioning includes providing excellent documentation of the structures and equipment via O&M manuals and record drawings and satisfactory closeout of all permits.

Note: The above scope represents the Owner’s requirements at this time.  CLTWATER reserves the right to change this scope (either reductions or additions.

In Development

City Wide / General Services

CCPA Document Management Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CTW-17080
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-03-04
  • Last Updated: 01/31/25
Add to Calendar 2025-03-04 2025-03-04 CCPA Document Management Services

The City of Charlotte is inviting proposals from qualified companies to provide comprehensive Document Management Services, including scanning, storage, and shredding. These services will support the City’s ongoing efforts to efficiently manage, store, and securely dispose of physical and electronic documents across various departments.

In Development

Charlotte Area Transit System / General Services

Rail MOW On Call Services Contracts

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CATS-16711
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-03-15
  • Last Updated: 01/29/25
Add to Calendar 2025-03-15 2025-03-15 Rail MOW On Call Services Contracts

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is seeking qualified contractors to ensure the maintenance and repair of the Rail Operations infrastructure, specifically the Track and Overhead Catenary System (OCS). CATS is considering qualifications for On-Call Special Trackwork Services, OCS repair services, and Emergency On-Call Services for the Blue Line and Gold Line transit systems.

PSR # 1817

In Development

Charlotte Area Transit System / Commodities & Goods

DC Pad Mounted Disconnect Equipment Purchase

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q1(Jan-Mar)-CATS-16707
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-03-15
  • Last Updated: 01/28/25
Add to Calendar 2025-03-15 2025-03-15 DC Pad Mounted Disconnect Equipment Purchase

The current Blue Line (BL) Traction Power Substation’s Pad Mounted Disconnect DC Switchgear, (eight (8)), was put into service 16 years ago on November 4, 2007. The Maintenance of Way (MOW) department has exhausted its in-house spare parts for this system, which has become obsolete. The pad-mounted disconnect DC switchgear for the BL is required for a mid-life refresh. MOW is upgrading and refreshing the Pad Mounted Disconnect DC Switchgear equipment for the BL.

Scope:

Vendor will provide nine (9) 2kA pad-mounted DC disconnect switch line-ups at the locations specified in the drawings. All disconnect switch line-ups shall be pre-assembled and include the following components:

Exterior operating handle (for manual operation, pad-lockable in both the open and closed positions)
2kA rated bolted pressure switch
Glastic standoff insulators
Mechanical lugs
500 MCM mechanical lugs
Switch control circuit boards
Copper bus to switches
Limit switch for remote indication
Solenoid interlock
“MAC” switch nameplate with switch serial number and rating
AC Relays

The Pad Mounted Disconnect DC Switchgear is designed for installation on a concrete pad outdoors. It allows for the isolation of a power circuit by physically disconnecting the conductors, functioning as a large, weatherproof switch that can be operated safely without exposing live parts to the environment.

PSR # 1816

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