FOIA Request to the City of Charlotte regarding procurement bids and RFP submissions on February 1, 2026.
On February 1, 2026, Old North News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Charlotte. The request sought access to records concerning procurement bids and responses to requests for proposals (RFPs) received by the city during the immediately preceding calendar month. This request was made under the North Carolina Public Records Law, G.S. §132-1.
The requested records include several specific details: solicitation or project titles, names of bidders or proposers, submission dates, bid amounts or proposed costs, and descriptions of the goods or services proposed. The purpose of this request is to gather information that is in the public interest for dissemination to the public. It specifically targets existing records and does not necessitate the creation of new documents.
Old North News emphasized its role as a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. As part of its commitment to transparency and accountability in public institutions, Old North News requested these records in electronic format if available. Additionally, they sought a fee waiver due to their status as a media professional.
The City of Charlotte operates with a mission toward creating a safe and equitable community through principles of accountability and innovation. Led by Mayor Vi Lyles and managed by Marcus D. Jones in a council-manager government structure featuring the mayor and 11 council members, it uses structured departments to promote efficient services according to its official website.
The requester also noted their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, an organization that assists media companies in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information laws.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
