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

Aviation / General Services

Airport Traffic and Curb Support Services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-19691
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-05-15
  • Last Updated: 12/11/25
Add to Calendar 2026-05-15 2026-05-15 Airport Traffic and Curb Support Services

Seeking proposals for a supplier to provide direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic on the airport roadways and curb in front of the the terminal building while enforcing airport bylaws, rules, and regulations.

In Development

Charlotte Water / Construction

FY28 Large Diameter Water & Sewer Services Contract

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CW-12283
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-06-01
  • Last Updated: 12/10/25
Add to Calendar 2027-06-01 2027-06-01 FY28 Large Diameter Water & Sewer Services Contract

This contract is for the continuous installation of large water and sewer services, as needed, for commercial or residential purposes with a diameter one and a half inches or larger. Customers apply for quotes for service connection and pay the applicable fees to get into the construction queue. This contract will help meet the demand for these kinds of service connections for the next two years.

In Development

Department of General Services / Construction

Safe Streets for All (SS4A) – Phase 1

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-18342
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 12/10/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Safe Streets for All (SS4A) – Phase 1

This project includes safety improvements at 8 sites, focusing on low-cost, high-impact measures such as pedestrian crossings, accessible pedestrian signals (APS), leading pedestrian intervals (LPIs), and priority projects from a Safe Routes to School study.

In Development

Aviation / General Services

Building Management Systems – Subject To Change

  • Posting Number: 2027-Q2(Apr-Jun)-AVI-14659
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2027-05-30
  • Last Updated: 12/08/25
Add to Calendar 2027-05-30 2027-05-30 Building Management Systems – Subject To Change

CLT is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced companies interested in maintaining existing or providing a Building Management Systems to monitor access control, cameras, HVAC and fire detection at the main Terminal, old Terminal building and at the CLT
Center.

In Development

Department of General Services / Construction

Vision Zero Safe to School: WT Harris at Grier

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-19244
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01
  • Last Updated: 11/21/25
Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 2026-04-01 Vision Zero Safe to School: WT Harris at Grier

Fixing non-compliant ramps and pedestrian signals at 2 signalized intersections. Curb ramp and sidewalk replacements at multiple unsignalized intersections. Mill & overlay and pavement marking work will be required. Traffic signal wiring/conduit work will be required.

In Development

Department of General Services / General Services

Vehicle and Equipment Welding and Related Services

  • Posting Number: 2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-DGS-19442
  • Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-06-01
  • Last Updated: 11/07/25
Add to Calendar 2026-06-01 2026-06-01 Vehicle and Equipment Welding and Related Services

The City requires a company to work in conjunction with Fleet Management, the Airport, and other city departments to provide Vehicle and Equipment Welding and Related Services to the City of Charlotte. The Company shall perform vehicle or equipment maintenance, repair, and modification through the provision of Vehicle and Equipment Welding and Related services for vehicles and equipment owned, operated, or maintained by the City. This includes, but is not limited to welding, fabrication, painting completed repairs and other directly related services. The Company shall provide these services either at their Company facilities or at approved City locations.

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.

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