Bus stop and miscellaneous construction services

The City of Charlotte and Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) are seeking horizontal construction services for bus stop and miscellaneous construction projects within Mecklenburg County. This re-bid opportunity involves unspecified construction work at various locations within the CATS service area, potentially including street right-of-way, private, and commercial properties. The procurement is structured as a task order contract, allowing flexible deployment of construction services across different sites. The solicitation number is 269-2025-1762A, with proposals due on July 29, 2025. A pre-bid meeting was held on June 26, 2025, and an accompanying pre-bid presentation and meeting recording are available in the bid documents. Interested contractors must carefully review the project manual, which includes detailed specifications, construction plans (CATS 2024 Bus Stops Simple Stop Plans), and supplemental bid forms. Bidders are expected to have experience in horizontal construction, particularly in transit infrastructure development, and must comply with the 2025 Wage Schedule provided in the bid documents.

The procurement includes Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation requirements, as evidenced by the DBE pre-bid presentation included in the bid package. Contractors will need to demonstrate compliance with DBE guidelines and potentially meet specific participation goals. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a substantial contract value. The solicitation appears open to qualified construction firms with relevant experience in transit infrastructure development. Multiple addendums (Addendum 1, 2, and 3) have been issued, indicating potential modifications to the original bid specifications. The procurement allows for multiple task orders, suggesting a potentially ongoing relationship with the selected contractor(s). Interested firms must carefully review all attached documentation, including the project manual, instructions, wage schedules, and supplemental forms to ensure full compliance with the bid requirements.