Contracts awarded without competitive bidding (sole-source or no-bid). The vendor was chosen directly — taxpayers don't see a price comparison.
Would fund a one-year program providing enrichment activities for children birth through age 5 and support for childcare and learning centers. If approved, would invest heavily in early childhood capacity building and quality enhancement.
If approved, would expand food distribution from 10 to 14 sites across Birmingham and add permanent infrastructure (storage, freezer, trucks) to serve food-insecure households using District 4 ARPA funds.
Would extend Momentus software maintenance for the Insights event-booking platform through FY29. The 3-year agreement ensures the city's event scheduling system continues to receive updates and technical support.
Would authorize the city to access historical employee pay records, tax documents, and earnings data through MHC's payroll system over the next three years. Supports payroll administration and employee record management.
If approved, would spend $102,070.50 in general funds on uniforms for the August 2026 police recruit class and promotional ceremony. Uses sole-source procurement without competitive bidding.
If approved, would commit general-fund dollars to three-year membership in the state municipal association, which provides advocacy, training, and peer resources for city government.
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.
Would upgrade fire safety systems at the Arlington House Museum on Cotton Ave SW. The work includes installation and testing of a new fire alarm system to protect the historic property and visitors.
Would authorize one-year supply of medical equipment for Birmingham Fire and Rescue. Sole-source procurement means no competitive bidding; contract uses unit prices already on file with the Purchasing Agent.
Would authorize a one-year supply and service agreement for stump grinder parts and repair, ensuring the Department of Equipment Management can maintain grounds-care equipment. Funded from the FY2026-2027 budget via sole-source Sourcewell contract.
Would authorize the city to install new access control systems at Fire Station 1's administration building. If approved, the three-month contract would improve security at the facility through updated access equipment and materials.
Would authorize the city to continue purchasing miscellaneous automotive parts from AutoZone for Equipment Management operations over the next year. Funds the routine maintenance and repairs needed to keep city vehicles operational.
Would authorize city purchase of cleaning and maintenance supplies for Equipment Management through a sole-source contract with ZEP. Funding is already budgeted for FY 2026-2027.
Council will authorize the city's Equipment Management Department to purchase miscellaneous auto parts from Advance Stores Company for one year under a state master agreement. This supports routine fleet and equipment maintenance operations.
Would authorize Equipment Management to purchase miscellaneous golf cart parts and supplies from Jerry Pate Turf and Irrigation for one year under an existing Omnia Partners contract.
City would purchase miscellaneous parts, supplies, and fittings for Equipment Management operations over one year under existing Sourcewell contract. Supports routine fleet and equipment maintenance.
If approved, would establish a 12-month outdoor respite site staffed by harm-reduction trained practitioners, offering Narcan, hydration, care coordination, and bathrooms to people at highest risk of opioid overdose. Open 12–14 hours daily, 7 days a week.
If approved, would expand food assistance to 14 distribution sites across Birmingham and add permanent infrastructure (storage building, walk-in freezer, two delivery trucks) to serve food-insecure households in District 4 using ARPA funds.
If approved, would invest $128,403 in regional planning support for one year, helping the city secure federal and state grants, develop comprehensive land-use plans, and improve GIS data systems for better development decisions.
If approved, would fund door replacements and repairs at Fire Stations 19, 20, 21, 24, and 29, ensuring functional entryways and facility maintenance.
Spending would cover office furniture for the Fire Department from the state's existing Master Agreement. This is routine equipment procurement funded through the FY 2026-2027 budget.
Would fund advance digital library access through Midwest Tape for Birmingham Public Library patrons if approved.
The city would pay for professional sanitation and inspection of mattresses at Fire Department facilities, ensuring safe conditions for firefighter housing and equipment storage.
If approved, would authorize payment to OCLC for library supplies from the city's general fund. Enables the Birmingham Public Library to replenish materials and resources for patron services.
If approved, the city would pay Ingram Library Services for library books budgeted in FY 2026/2027. This routine purchase would replenish the Public Library collection.