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Active water & utilities opportunities in North Carolina right now come from agencies including Cape Fear Public Utility Authority, City of Charlotte and North Carolina Cape Fear Public Utility Authority, among others. The nearest deadline is July 16, 2026. New solicitations are added daily — sign up to get the ones matched to your business scored and delivered automatically.

TitleAgencyDue DateSet-AsideEst. Value
ITB 26-454- Water Treatment ChemicalsPender County2026-07-16——
SD-2026-06 Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) InspectionsCity of Durham2026-07-20—$200K
RFQ - Metering of Gravity SewerCape Fear Public Utility Authority2026-07-21—$500K
Water Wastewater Treatment ChemicalsCity of Winston Salem2026-07-21—$500K
RFQ - Metering of Gravity SewerNorth Carolina Cape Fear Public Utility Authority2026-07-21—$500K
RFQ - Metering of Gravity SewerState Government of North Carolina2026-07-21——
Crooked Pine Road Water Main ExtensionNorth Carolina Cape Fear Public Utility Authority2026-07-21—$2.0M
Crooked Pine Road Water Main ExtensionCape Fear Public Utility Authority2026-07-21—$2.0M
ITB: Installation of Gravity Sewer Service 2732 Cedar Hill RoadBrunswick County2026-07-23—$200K
FY27 Water Main Replacement Bid Package (FY27-ITBCon-09)City of Charlotte2026-07-23——
FY27 Water Main Replacement Bid PackageCharlotte Water2026-07-23WOSB$14.0M
RFQ - Solar Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage SystemsCape Fear Public Utility Authority2026-07-23NONE$2.0M
Chlorination System UpgradeNorth Carolina BidNet Purchasing Group2026-07-24——
Thunder Road Distribution Line MaterialNorth Carolina City of Elizabeth City2026-07-28—$2.0M
Paw Creek Sewer Rehabilitation and Sewer Diversion (FY27-ITBCon-07)City of Charlotte2026-07-28——
Water Tank MaintenanceNorth Carolina City of Rocky Mount2026-07-28—$15.0M
Material Purchase Only-Honeysuckle Road Phase II Water Main Replacement ProjectNorth Carolina Orange Water and Sewer Authority2026-07-28—$1.0M
Material Purchase: Honeysuckle Road Phase II Water Main Replacement ProjectCarrboro OWASA (Water and Sewer Authority)2026-07-28——
Paw Creek Sewer Rehabilitation and Sewer DiversionCity of Charlotte2026-07-28—$1.5M
Town of Apex Big Branch 2 Pump StationApex2026-07-29——

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Tips for Winning Water & Utilities Contracts in North Carolina

  • ✓EPA's Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) and Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) provide billions in annual financing for water projects. Projects funded through SRFs must follow state procurement rules and often require American Iron and Steel (AIS) provisions.
  • ✓The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/BIL, 2021) allocated $55 billion for water infrastructure — the largest federal water investment in history. This funding is flowing through SRFs and EPA grants, creating a surge in water utility procurement through 2026 and beyond.
  • ✓Water utility projects require licensed Professional Engineers (PE) and often demand specific experience with water/wastewater treatment technologies. Build past performance with smaller utilities before pursuing large metropolitan water authority contracts.

Water & Utilities RFP FAQ

How does the State Revolving Fund program create procurement opportunities?

EPA provides capitalization grants to states, which administer CWSRF and DWSRF loan programs for local water and wastewater projects. SRF-funded projects must follow competitive procurement rules and often require Davis-Bacon prevailing wages and American Iron and Steel (AIS) provisions. States publish intended use plans listing prioritized projects annually.

What impact does the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act have on water procurement?

The IIJA (also called the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law) allocated $55 billion for water infrastructure, including $15 billion for lead service line replacement, $10 billion for PFAS contamination, and $26 billion for SRF capitalization. This represents a historic increase in water procurement volume that will continue for several years.

What certifications are needed for water utility contracts?

State water and wastewater operator licenses are required for operations contracts. Professional Engineer (PE) license is needed for design work. Contractors typically need state contractor licenses with appropriate classifications (underground utility, pipeline). NSF/ANSI certifications are required for products in contact with drinking water.

How do SCADA system procurements work for water utilities?

SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems for water utilities are procured through competitive RFPs, typically as design-build or design-bid-build projects. Cybersecurity requirements have increased significantly due to EPA directives and CISA guidelines. Integrators need experience with water-specific protocols (DNP3, Modbus) and compliance with NIST cybersecurity frameworks.

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