🤝 Sole-source / no-bid

May 12, 2026 · Item number:Item #12 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: undisclosed

City approves workspace renovation contract with Corporate Interiors

City workspace renovations will improve employee conditions and operational efficiency. Contract uses sole-source procurement, limiting competitive bidding.

👥 Counterparty: Corporate Interiors of Alabama 🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Resolution

May 12, 2026 · Item number:Item #10 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: Allseating Corporation renovations under State of Alabama MA2200000

City enters sole-source Master Agreement with Allseating Corporation for facility renovations. Specific scope and budget details are incomplete in the agenda.

👥 Counterparty: Allseating Corporation 🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Resolution

May 12, 2026 · Item number:Item #15 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes DocuSign software deal with SHI International

Sole-source purchase of DocuSign for city operations. One-year agreement with pricing and budget impact not disclosed in the agenda.

👥 Counterparty: SHI International Corp. 🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Contract award

May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #45 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: undisclosed

1-year heavy equipment rental contract with Thompson Tractor

City commits to rent/purchase trailers and heavy equipment from Thompson Tractor for Department of Equipment Management operations over one year.

👥 Counterparty: Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Resolution

May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #44 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: undisclosed

Thompson Tractor: 1-year heavy equipment rental for Department of Equipment Mana

City commits to a one-year sole-source contract for trailers and heavy equipment rental through Thompson Tractor Company. This is a routine operational expense for equipment needs.

👥 Counterparty: Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Resolution

April 28, 2026 · Item number:Item #35 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $22K

City approves $22.5K pool chemical contract with Cox Pool Service

City pools need treatment chemicals to stay safe and open for residents; this sole-source purchase keeps chemicals flowing to Park and Recreation facilities.

👥 Counterparty: Cox Pool Service, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Resolution

April 28, 2026 · Item number:Item #37 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $490

Council approves $490 trophy purchase for Birmingham Public Library

The city is buying trophies and medals for the library's events and programs. This is a routine vendor payment on the consent agenda.

👥 Counterparty: United Trophy & Specialties, Birmingham 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Resolution

April 21, 2026 · Item number:Item #29 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $62K

City buys 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe from McSweeney Auto for $61,585

Birmingham commits $61,585 in general funds for a new police or fleet vehicle without competitive bidding. No-bid procurement of vehicles warrants public awareness of spending and vendor selection.

👥 Counterparty: McSweeney Auto Group Clanton, LLC 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award 📍 Location: Clanton, Alabama

April 21, 2026 · Item number:Item #27 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $18K

BPD buys K9 detection training for $18,000

Birmingham Police Department invests in canine detection and tracking capabilities. New dual-handler training enhances public safety response capacity.

👥 Counterparty: Central Alabama Police K9 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award 📍 Location: Thornsby, Alabama

April 21, 2026 · Item number:Item #30 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $15K

Police buys 4,000 coins from Pinpros for $15,000

Police Department spending $15,000 in public funds (general fund) to purchase coins from a Utah vendor. Details on the coins' purpose not provided in item description.

👥 Counterparty: Pinpros, Inc., Kaysville, Utah 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

April 21, 2026 · Item number:Item #28 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $3K

City buys 12 office chairs from Indoff for $3,056

Planning and engineering department gets replacement furniture using general fund dollars.

👥 Counterparty: Indoff, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

April 21, 2026 · Item number:Item #31 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $439

Police Department buys office chair for $440

General fund dollars go toward Police Department equipment and supplies.

👥 Counterparty: Strickland Paper Company, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

April 21, 2026 · Item number:Item #26 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $281

City approves $281 photo backdrop purchase from Amazon

General fund covers equipment for HR department display and recruitment activities.

👥 Counterparty: Amazon Capital Services, Seattle, Washington 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Resolution

April 14, 2026 · Item number:Item #63 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $379K

Legion Field: Sherrod Construction awarded $379K for restroom piping

Repairs to Legion Field's south end restrooms move forward as part of ongoing stadium renovation. Work is part of a larger multi-phase restoration project.

👥 Counterparty: Sherrod Construction Company, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Contract award 📍 Location: Legion Field

April 14, 2026 · Item number:Item #75 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $29K

Council approves $29.5K office furniture purchase from Affordable Interior Syste

City spending from general fund on office furniture. No-bid procurement at unit prices on file with purchasing office.

👥 Counterparty: Affordable Interior Systems, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

April 14, 2026 · Item number:Item #78 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $463

Police Dept: $464 utility cart purchase from ODP Business

Police Department gets new equipment; funded from general operating budget.

👥 Counterparty: ODP Business Solutions, LLC. 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

April 14, 2026 · Item number:Item #79 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $439

Police Department gets office chair for $440

City spends $440 from general funds on office furniture for police operations.

👥 Counterparty: Strickland Paper Company, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

April 7, 2026 · Item number:Item #42 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: undisclosed

City hires Sandpiper Advisory for heritage initiative

Sandpiper Advisory Group will implement a "harmony and heritage" program, though details on scope, cost, and resident impact are incomplete in this addendum.

👥 Counterparty: Sandpiper Advisory Group, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Resolution

March 31, 2026 · Item number:Item #100 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $12K

City hires Ace Tree Service to remove dead trees for $11,925

Dead trees pose safety hazards to residents and property. This sole-source contract allows the city to remove them before they fall or cause damage.

👥 Counterparty: Ace Tree Service 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

March 31, 2026 · Item number:Item #38 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $2K

City approves $2,500 landscaping contract with Carl Carmack

City will spend $2,500 from general funds for landscape maintenance services through a sole-source agreement with Carl Carmack.

👥 Counterparty: Carl Carmack 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

March 31, 2026 · Item number:Item #37 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $2K

City funds James Lewis Education and Tennis Foundation with $2,000

General fund dollars support youth education and tennis programs in Birmingham. Small sole-source grant reflects city's commitment to community youth services.

👥 Counterparty: James Lewis Education and Tennis Foundation, Inc 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Resolution

March 31, 2026 · Item number:Item #31 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: undisclosed

Kid One Transport agreement: Medical/dental/mental-health rides for children

City commits to providing transportation to medical, dental, and mental health services for children, removing a barrier to care access. Sole-source contract with Kid One Transport System, Inc.

👥 Counterparty: Kid One Transport System, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Resolution

March 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #48 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $106K

City approves $85,543 final payment to Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus for wrec

Fire department vehicle repair completed at total cost of $106,487. This final payment settles the outstanding balance from the original contract amendment.

👥 Counterparty: Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus, Union Grove, Alabama 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract amendment

March 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #27 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $100K

City approves $100K contract with LRY Media Group

Birmingham commits $100,000 in public funds to LRY Media Group, LLC for media services. The item appears on the consent calendar, meaning the full service scope is not detailed in the public description.

👥 Counterparty: LRY Media Group, LLC 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

March 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #55 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid $ Total cost: $86K

City renews GPS subscription with Samsara for $85,878

Department of Equipment Management relies on this GPS service to track and manage city vehicle fleets. Renewal ensures continued access to location data for operational planning and cost control.

👥 Counterparty: Samsara, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Resolution