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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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In Development

Aviation / Architectural / Engineering Services

D/E Connector (DECO) Expansion Project

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-17345
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-05-26
  • Last Updated: 03/06/25
Add to Calendar 2025-05-26 2025-05-26 D/E Connector (DECO) Expansion Project

The Project includes the renovation of the existing Concourses D & E Connector (DECO) and a building addition, totaling approximately 160,000 SF which includes:

  • Providing a service area at the Ramp Level to accommodate operational needs per the project program including freight, service and passenger elevators, concessions and club loading docks, and airport storage while maintaining current traffic patterns.
  • Repositioning and increasing the area of the major passenger circulation route of the D/E connector from the Atrium to the end of the moving walkways at the approach of Concourse D.
  • Relocating the existing airline club space from the Departures Level to a new Mezzanine Level location providing approximately 40,000sf for the new club.
  • Providing a new passenger destination and experience at the Departures Level approximately 51,000sf of new concessions and office space.
  • Providing a new Roof Level mechanical penthouse of approximately 9,000sf.
  • Relocating and upgrading utilities and jet fuel system impacted by the project.
  • Coordinating with the Terminal Life Safety project for egress, fire sprinklers, and voice evacuation
  • Accommodating the Terminal Operations, requiring coordination of Construction Activities as a 2nd priority to Passenger, Airline, Concession and Facility Operations.
    • Providing new signage and wayfinding, aligning with current CLT standards.
    • Providing a right of way for a future sterile corridor passing through the DECO project extents. Access to each end of the corridor will be provided under a separate project.

It is anticipated that the project will follow the City of Charlotte sustainability requirements and will be pursuing a Green Globes Certification.  It is anticipated that a Construction Manager will participate in Green Globe Project Survey and provide services required to achieve the Construction Activity Participation.

In Development

Aviation / General Services

Succession Planning Framework and Related Consulting Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-17357
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-06-03
  • Last Updated: 03/05/25
Add to Calendar 2025-06-03 2025-06-03 Succession Planning Framework and Related Consulting Services

CLT is seeking proposals from capable consultants with expertise in delivering succession planning framework and related consulting services. This initiative pertains to pivotal roles including executive, directorial, and other vital positions, where seamless and effective personnel transitions are paramount to sustain operational efficiency. Leveraging existing internal talent to bridge transitional gaps and preserving indispensable operational insights, knowledge and procedures stand as imperative objectives for CLT. We seek a consultant who can deliver a practical and comprehensive succession plan that is realistic for our business and employee population and can be adapted as needed and maintained by CLT Staff.

In Development

Aviation / Commodities & Goods

RFP AVIA 25-34 FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-17651
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-06-02
  • Last Updated: 03/03/25
Add to Calendar 2025-06-02 2025-06-02 RFP AVIA 25-34 FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE

Charlotte Douglas International Airport, request a proposal from a Fire Protection equipment service company. The contractor will provide scheduled annual, quarterly, three and five-year inspections, scheduled maintenance, and repairs for the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport facilities which consist of (36) building with approximately (207) individual fire protection systems and components. The systems include, foam generators, Foam/ water sprinkler systems, Wet and Dry sprinkler system risers, Pre-Action, Dry stand- pipe connections, FM200, and electrically powered fire pumps.

This agreement will be for a service company to provide for the annual, quarterly, 3 year, and 5 year testing and inspection of these systems per the NFPA 25 requirements. The service company must provide the annual testing and repair services to five Protect-o-wire fire detection control panel.

The Contractor must hold a State Fire Sprinkler license for the State of North Carolina or any other state, which are recognized by North Carolina’s state board of examiner for Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler contractors.

MANDATORY PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING & SITE VISIT

In Development

Aviation / Commodities & Goods

Ground Power Units

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-17222
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-05-01
  • Last Updated: 02/24/25
Add to Calendar 2025-05-01 2025-05-01 Ground Power Units

The Aviation Department of the City of Charlotte, North Carolina (Owner) proposes to purchase a number of new 90KVA, 140Kva and 180Kva 400Hz Ground Power Units, 90Kva 400Hz/28Vdc Combination Units and 28Vdc Cart Mounted Ground Power Units (GPU) for the Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
1. The Contractor’s scope of work for this project will be to supply the GPU units, factory tested and crated for storage by the Owner. The Contractor will also provide training, initial start-up support, warranty support, as defined within this Specification.
2. The Owner will be responsible for installation of the GPU units, including any electrical or mechanical infrastructure modifications required for the Passenger Boarding Bridge (PBB) or any electrical service upgrades required to provide the necessary power to the face of the terminal building.
3. The Owner will be responsible to procure and install the necessary accessories (cable hoists, output cables, mounting materials and hardware) required to provide aircraft ground power from the GPU unit to the aircraft.

In Development

Aviation / Commodities & Goods

Pre-Conditioned Air Units

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-17224
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-05-01
  • Last Updated: 02/24/25
Add to Calendar 2025-05-01 2025-05-01 Pre-Conditioned Air Units

A. The Aviation Department of the City of Charlotte, North Carolina (Owner) proposes to purchase a number of new 100-ton, 90-ton, 60-ton, 45-ton, 30-ton and 20-ton Preconditioned Air Units (PCAir) for the Charlotte Douglas International Airport.1. The Contractor’s scope of work for this project will be to supply the PCAir units, factory tested and crated for storage by the Owner. The Contractor will also provide training, initial start-up support, warranty support and some maintenance accessories, as defined within this Specification.
2. The Owner will be responsible for installation of the PCAir units, including any electrical or mechanical infrastructure modifications required for the Passenger Boarding Bridge (PBB) or any electrical service upgrades required to provide the necessary power to the face of the terminal building.
3. The Owner will be responsible to procure and install the necessary accessories (hoses, adaptors, couplers, swivels, baskets, reels, straps, elbows, mounting materials and hardware) required to provide preconditioned air from the PCAir unit to the aircraft and / or PBB pre-cool plenum.

In Development

Aviation / Architectural / Engineering Services

Runway 18L/36R and Taxiway Delta Rehab Design

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-17497
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-06-30
  • Last Updated: 02/24/25
Add to Calendar 2025-06-30 2025-06-30 Runway 18L/36R and Taxiway Delta Rehab Design

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (“CLT”) intends to post an Request for Qualifications (“RFQ”) for the rehabilitation of Runway 18L/36R and Taxiway D design.  The scope of this work to be designed will include but is not limited to asphalt milling, paving, airfield electrical work, and pavement makings.

In Development

Department of General Services / Construction

Central Kilborne Norland Intersection & Street Upgrade

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-8945
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-06-27
  • Last Updated: 02/24/25
Add to Calendar 2025-06-27 2025-06-27 Central Kilborne Norland Intersection & Street Upgrade

Project limits are from just south of Evergreen Cemetery Dr to about 400’ south of Central Ave at Kilborne Dr on Norland Rd (0.43 miles). The project includes a shared-use path on one side of the street, storm drainage, water line work, and 2 Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs).

In Development

Finance / General Services

Trustee and Custodian Services

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-FN-17018
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-05-09
  • Last Updated: 02/20/25
Add to Calendar 2025-05-09 2025-05-09 Trustee and Custodian Services

The City’s Finance Department is interested in seeking proposals for a Service Provider (or Service Providers) to support the City’s needs for Investment Custodian and Trustee Services with a multi-year agreement. The City’s investment and debt programs are managed by the Treasury Division of the Finance Department. The City’s Consolidated Investment Pool is part of its daily operations and is invested under North Carolina G.S.159-30 and 159-31. Investments in this portfolio are managed with the objectives of safety, liquidity and return, in that order and typically have daily settlement activity. These investments are executed by delivery vs. payment (DVP) and held by the third-party trust custodian.

In Development

Charlotte Department of Transportation / Commodities & Goods

Chemical Grouting

  • Posting Number: 2025-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CDT-16836
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2025-04-30
  • Last Updated: 02/04/25
Add to Calendar 2025-04-30 2025-04-30 Chemical Grouting

Charlotte Department of Transportation (CDOT) is committed to enhancing the driving, bicycling, and walk experience through planning, operating, and maintaining the City’s transportation choices for residents and visitors. An important component in the operation and maintenance of the transportation network is the maintenance of storm drainage systems and subsurface soils. The city has more than 3,800 miles of drainage pipe and over 150,000 associated inlets, outfalls and other systems. The Street Maintenance Division of CDOT serves as maintenance providers for much of this system in the right of way. Chemical grouting provides a repair and maintenance method that is less disruptive than typical excavation methods.  The services generally consist of the provision of as-needed CHEMICAL GROUTING on storm water pipes, collars, subsurface voids and other areas as appropriate.

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