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Sole-source / no-bid

Contracts awarded without competitive bidding (sole-source or no-bid). The vendor was chosen directly — taxpayers don't see a price comparison.

Volume timeline

Sole-source / no-bid — items per month

Indexed so far 1561 items in last 114 months
Total dollars $96.8M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (45.2% of agenda items processed so far).
20 10 0 2022-01-01: 6 items, $79,586 2022-02-01: 9 items, $165,740 2022-03-01: 3 items, $33,969 2022-04-01: 14 items, $410,381 2022-05-01: 22 items, $134,701 2022-06-01: 7 items, $1.4M 2022-07-01: not indexed yet 2022-08-01: 13 items, $2.2M 2022-09-01: 10 items, $316,745 2022-10-01: 15 items, $902,595 2022-11-01: 21 items, $1.6M 2022-12-01: 4 items, $130,353 2023-01-01: 19 items, $384,745 2023-02-01: 11 items, $26,329 2023-03-01: 17 items, $1.2M 2023-04-01: 26 items, $2.1M 2023-05-01: not indexed yet 2023-06-01: not indexed yet 2023-07-01: not indexed yet 2023-08-01: not indexed yet 2023-09-01: not indexed yet 2023-10-01: not indexed yet 2023-11-01: not indexed yet 2023-12-01: not indexed yet 2024-01-01: 18 items, $509,742 2024-02-01: 17 items, $221,164 2024-03-01: 3 items, $6,560 2024-04-01: 8 items, $171,057 2024-05-01: 11 items, $217,607 2024-06-01: 5 items, $29,581 2024-07-01: 9 items, $164,302 2024-08-01: 3 items, $550,939 2024-09-01: 23 items, $1.3M 2024-10-01: 17 items, $354,376 2024-11-01: 14 items, $7.4M 2024-12-01: 25 items, $799,180 2025-01-01: 12 items, $4.7M 2025-02-01: 18 items, $1.8M 2025-03-01: 26 items, $2.9M 2025-04-01: 33 items, $227,821 2025-05-01: 20 items, $636,360 2025-06-01: 16 items, $1.1M 2025-07-01: 19 items, $6.0M 2025-08-01: 24 items, $4.7M 2025-09-01: 20 items, $628,343 2025-10-01: 16 items, $245,846 2025-11-01: 6 items, $150,751 2025-12-01: 14 items, $444,756 2026-01-01: 6 items, $240,347 2026-02-01: 6 items, $638,489 2026-03-01: 21 items, $1.6M 2026-04-01: 13 items, $530,665 2026-05-01: 7 items, $67,400 2026-06-01: not indexed yet 2026-07-01: not indexed yet 2026-08-01: not indexed yet 2026-09-01: not indexed yet 2026-10-01: not indexed yet 2026-11-01: not indexed yet 2026-12-01: not indexed yet 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
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March 3, 2026 · Item number:Item #28 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: Gravely mower parts contract, Tri-County Turf Equipment, 1 year

City equipment maintenance continues under sole-source agreement with Tri-County Turf Equipment for Gravely mower parts and services over one year.

Counterparty: Tri-County Turf Equipment, Leeds, Alabama Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #34 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $420K

City extends HouseProud Atlanta contract $420K for services

HouseProud will continue providing city services under an expanded agreement. The contract amendment is on the consent agenda and requires no public hearing.

Counterparty: HouseProud Atlanta Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract amendment
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #44 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $22K

Council approves $21,645 bleacher repair at Highland Park Tennis Center

City commits $21,645 to fix aging bleachers at Highland Park Tennis Center on Highland Avenue, making the facility safer and more usable for residents.

Counterparty: Splawn Construction, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award Location: 3300 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #43 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $5K

Council approves $4,565 drain inspection at Carver Theater

City authorizes Plumcore, Inc. to explore a lateral drain problem at the historic Carver Theater on 4th Avenue North. Work identifies any repairs needed to prevent future water damage or service disruptions.

Counterparty: Plumcore, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 1631 4th Avenue North, Birmingham, 35203
February 17, 2026 · Item number:Item #30 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Police dept gains 3-year data security access through Alabama Law agreement

Authorizes the Police Chief to enter a data-security contract with Alabama Law, allowing police systems access to criminal justice information. The 3-year agreement enables ongoing operations of public-safety record systems.

Counterparty: Alabama Law Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
February 10, 2026 · Item number:Item #21 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $192K

City awards $192K fire protection repair contract to Johnson Controls

Birmingham Central Library's fire safety systems get fixed under a sole-source contract with Johnson Controls Fire Protection. Work addresses critical safety infrastructure at the public library at 2100 Park Place.

Counterparty: Johnson Controls Fire Protection LP Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 2100 Park Place, Birmingham
February 10, 2026 · Item number:Item #18 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source SaaS contract: Tyler Technologies software, services, and support

City commits to multi-year software services from Tyler Technologies for ongoing operations. Contract terms, renewal costs, and service scope deserve public visibility, especially for sole-source awards.

Counterparty: Tyler Technologies, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
January 20, 2026 · Item number:Item #63 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $135K

Council awards $135K foundation repair contract to Splawn Construction

Birmingham Public Library's North Avondale branch gets structural foundation repairs, protecting a key community facility at 501 43rd Street North.

Counterparty: Splawn Construction Company, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 501 43rd Street North, Birmingham, Alabama
January 20, 2026 · Item number:Item #62 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $76K

Council awards $75,695 security camera contract to BSCI for library

Security cameras at the Birmingham Public Library on Park Place will be replaced, improving building safety and surveillance infrastructure.

Counterparty: BSCI, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 2100 Park Place, Birmingham, Alabama
January 20, 2026 · Item number:Item #61 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $28K

Museum of Art Plaza: $28,500 roof and waterproofing contract to B&B Roofing

City commits $28,500 to repair the roof and waterproofing of the Museum of Art Plaza at 2000 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Boulevard. Protects the building from water damage and extends its lifespan.

Counterparty: B&B Roofing, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 2000 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Boulevard
January 13, 2026 · Item number:Item #89 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $1K

City pays Huffstutler Paint & Body $1,152.70 for vehicle wreck repair

General fund covers emergency repair of city vehicle (2019 Ford Fusion SE) damaged in wreck. Routine maintenance spending.

Counterparty: Huffstutler Paint and Body Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
January 13, 2026 · Item number:Item #38 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Cellebrite software deal: BPD gets digital forensics access via sole-source agre

Birmingham Police will use Cellebrite's subscription service to extract and analyze data from phones and devices—a capability that directly affects surveillance and investigation practices. Sole-source procurement means no competitive bidding.

Counterparty: Cellebrite Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
January 13, 2026 · Item number:Item #41 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

City contracts Mitchell's Place Inc. for therapeutic support services

City funds specialized behavioral and educational support services through sole-source agreement with Mitchell's Place Inc. Agreement details not fully disclosed in available text.

Counterparty: Mitchell's Place Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 30, 2025 · Item number:Item #17 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $197K

Ensley Tree Canopy: $197K contract awarded to Southeastern Sealcoating

City commits $197,221 to add tree cover in Ensley neighborhood, improving shade, stormwater absorption, and air quality for residents.

Counterparty: Southeastern Sealcoating, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: Birmingham, Alabama
December 30, 2025 · Item number:Item #19 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $2K

City approves $2,485 wreck repair for vehicle 253404

Equipment Management Department will repair a 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid using city funds.

Counterparty: Huffstutler Paint and Body, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
December 30, 2025 · Item number:Item #20 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $987

Council approves $987 desk purchase from Staples

Routine furniture purchase for Crossplex Department using general fund. No direct impact on residents.

Counterparty: Staples, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
December 30, 2025 · Item number:Item #8 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $520

Council authorizes $520 payment to Community Affairs Committee

Funds Community Affairs Committee of Birmingham for nonprofit services. Routine sole-source spending on general city operations.

Counterparty: The Community Affairs Committee of Birmingham, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
December 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #48 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $88K

City pays ConvergeOne $88K for Azure cloud migration servers

IT infrastructure upgrade moves city systems to cloud storage, improving data security and system reliability for residents and city services.

Counterparty: ConvergeOne, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
December 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #47 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $86K

City renews ePermithub software subscription for $86,210

City pays $86,210 annually to keep its digital permit-review system running. Supports faster permit processing for residents and businesses.

Counterparty: Carahsoft Technology Corp. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
December 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #53 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $45K

City pays STONS $44,923 for software licenses

General fund spending on IT software maintenance. No-bid procurement from vendor in Edison, New Jersey.

Counterparty: STONS, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
December 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #46 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $12K

Police Department buys inmate clothing for $12,392

Police Department procures uniforms and apparel for detainees in custody. Routine operating expense under city-wide vendor agreement.

Counterparty: Bob Barker Company, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
December 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #50 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $2K

Printshop supplies: $1,573 to Intoprint Technologies

Routine purchase of printshop supplies for city operations. Sole-source procurement from Virginia vendor.

Counterparty: Intoprint Technologies Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
December 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #55 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $9K

Sole-source signage contract: $8,550 to Brand Resource Inc

City commits $8,550 for signage services from Brand Resource Inc under a sole-source agreement, bypassing competitive bidding.

Counterparty: Brand Resource Inc dba Signage Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #50 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

City approves sole-source services deal with Carahsoft Technology

Carahsoft will help set up privacy protections for city systems. Dollar amount and specific services not disclosed in public summary.

Counterparty: Carahsoft Technology Corporation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #52 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

City extends VertiGIS mapping software contract 3 years

Sole-source renewal of GIS software that supports city planning, permitting, and emergency response systems. Contract value not disclosed.

Counterparty: VertiGIS North America Ltd. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
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