Bid guide

How to bid on CATS Blue Line Track Welding Services for the City of Charlotte

City of Charlotte NCCloses August 20, 2026

What the City of Charlotte is buying

The City of Charlotte is seeking track welding services for its CATS Blue Line. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in this type of construction and maintenance work to contract with a municipal agency.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The deadline to submit your bid for this opportunity is August 20, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. All submissions must be completed by this time. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is suitable for construction firms with expertise in track welding services, particularly those with experience in light rail or similar transit systems. The relevant category for this work is construction.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents and submit your response, you will need to visit the City of Charlotte's procurement portal, Bonfire. You can view the opportunity details publicly without an account. To download files and submit your bid, you will need to register a free vendor account on the Bonfire platform. All submission steps are handled within Bonfire.

Practical tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, ensure you thoroughly read all solicitation documents to understand the scope of work and all requirements. Clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with track welding services, especially any past projects involving similar transit lines. Pay close attention to any specific technical specifications or certifications requested. Organize your submission clearly and concisely, addressing each section of the solicitation directly. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are included and accurately completed before the deadline.

See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond

Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Charlotte; the original posting controls.