Emergency-procurement actions — purchases or repairs the mayor authorized without standard bidding because of an immediate public need.
If approved, would provide emergency overnight shelter and transitional housing for young adults ages 19-29 living with HIV and individuals over 30 with HIV, through June 2027. Targets support for ages 19-24 specifically for transitional housing.
If approved, would authorize emergency repairs to a failing culvert under 66th Street South near Interlaken Avenue. The repair scope expanded during initial investigation and would include wall repair, culvert bottom reconstruction, backfill, and roadway patching to prevent furth
Would authorize spending on required equipment certification for firefighter breathing apparatus. Ensures SCBA devices meet safety standards for emergency response operations.
Would authorize the city to buy emergency vehicles and parts from SERVS through a competitive purchasing contract. Supports equipment needs for public safety operations in FY 2026-2027.
Would authorize immediate repair of a sinkhole on Roberts Industrial Drive. If approved, the city would fix a public safety hazard that could affect traffic flow and worker safety in the industrial area.
If approved, would update the emergency vehicle fleet upfitting supplier due to ProLogic ITS ownership change. LEHR Upfitters would provide vehicle equipment installation and maintenance for up to 3 years under the lowest responsive bid.
Would restore two inoperable passenger elevators at the Central Library, making the facility fully accessible to residents. The emergency procurement allows faster repair of critical infrastructure.
Would add one vehicle to the Equipment Management Department fleet at no cost to taxpayers. The donation supports city operations by providing a verified usable asset.
Would authorize Tucker Transport to operate non-emergency medical transport services on Birmingham streets. Enables regulated private ambulance service for hospital transfers and medical appointments.
Would update Birmingham's floodplain zone overlay rules to meet federal flood insurance standards. If approved, the city would maintain eligibility for FEMA's Community Rating System, potentially helping residents with flood insurance rates and reducing flood risk.
Council would authorize a one-year supply agreement for firefighting equipment, breathing apparatus, and protective gear used by Birmingham Fire and Rescue. Costs would be covered in the FY2026–27 budget.
The city would receive a verified, usable vehicle at no cost to support operations and reduce equipment procurement expenses.
Would restore elevator service at Birmingham Central Library, restoring accessibility and full facility function for patrons and staff. Emergency procurement due to total loss of all functioning elevators.
If approved, would authorize the Department of Equipment Management to purchase emergency vehicles and related parts and accessories for one year under a competitive H-GAC contract, supporting public safety operations.
If approved, would authorize an emergency repair and renovation contract at Birmingham City Jail. The $1.96M project aims to address security-sensitive maintenance needs at the facility on 6th Avenue South.
Council would authorize emergency repairs to the Police Academy after ceiling collapse from flooding. If approved, the city would hire Servpro of Birmingham to mitigate water damage and restore the facility to operational condition.
If approved, the city would restore air conditioning to the Negro Southern League Museum without competitive bidding, citing urgent need to prevent harm to the building and visitors. The no-bid emergency procurement bypasses standard procurement rules.
If approved, would update Birmingham's floodplain overlay rules to align with Federal Emergency Management Agency standards, potentially affecting flood insurance rates and development rules in affected zones citywide.
Would authorize an emergency contract to repair the Carver Theater's sewer lateral system. The proposed $105,871 contract with Plumcore, Inc. aims to address urgent infrastructure needs at this public facility.
If approved, would authorize the Mayor to accept up to $2.6M in federal flood-mitigation funding for the Village Creek Stormwater Park project. The city would need to contribute 25% in matching funds (~$660K). The project aims to restore floodplain and reduce flood risk in the ar
If approved, would authorize the Mayor to access federal funding for affordable housing, homelessness support, and community development programs serving low-income Birmingham residents over the next year.
Would increase spending on protective gear for Fire and Rescue recruits by $19,960 due to pricing correction. If approved, the Fire Department would complete the equipment purchase needed to outfit new firefighters.
If approved, would fund protective equipment rental for Fire and Rescue recruits during training, ensuring new firefighters have proper gear to safely complete their academy program.
Would fund an urgent electrical panel upgrade needed to operate a new breathing apparatus compressor at Fire Station #20 in Ensley, supporting firefighter safety equipment.
Would fund replacement of three rooftop HVAC systems at the Birmingham CrossPlex Pool. Emergency procurement from Johnson Controls would allow the city to move forward with critical facility repairs using surplus funds.