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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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June 2, 2026 · Item number:Item #17 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $1.5M

City to authorize $1.5M stop-loss insurance contract with Optum for 2026–27

Would secure stop-loss insurance coverage for active and retired city employees' health claims starting July 1, 2026. The $1.5M annual premium helps protect the city's self-funded medical plan from catastrophic claim losses.

Counterparty: Optum Health Insurance Company Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
June 2, 2026 · Item number:Item #16 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $492K

Excess workers' comp insurance renewal: $491,805 with Midwest Employers

If approved, would renew the city's excess workers' compensation insurance coverage through June 2028. The two-year contract would cover employee injury and illness claims at a cost of $491,805 annually, paid from the general fund.

Counterparty: Midwest Employers Casualty Company Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract amendment
June 2, 2026 · Item number:Item #13 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $338K

Police Department 3-year policy subscription with Lexipol, $337,563

The Police Department would use Lexipol's reference manuals and training services to update and standardize law enforcement policies, training bulletins, and operational guidance. The $337,563 cost would come from the general fund.

Counterparty: Lexipol, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
June 2, 2026 · Item number:Item #69 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $3K

Council to approve $3,199 purchase of 10 pool cash registers

Would equip swimming pools with new point-of-sale registers from Parks and Recreation Department's FY2025-2026 budget allocation.

Counterparty: Amazon Capital Services Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
June 2, 2026 · Item number:Item #70 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $568

Council to approve $568.72 telecom supplies purchase from Amazon for IT Departme

Routine spending from the city's general fund to replenish IT telecommunications supplies. If approved, would enable the Department of Information Management Services to maintain network and communications equipment.

Counterparty: Amazon.com Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
June 2, 2026 · Item number:Item #68 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Council to approve wrecker and impound contract with Weil Services

Would authorize Weil Wrecker Services to provide towing and impound storage for police department vehicles for one year. This is the only bid received; no competitive alternatives were submitted.

Counterparty: Weil Wrecker Services, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #30 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $24K

City to purchase 20 trash receptacles from Barco Products for $23,530

Would equip Department of Public Works with new 32-gallon waste containers for city cleanup and sanitation operations.

Counterparty: Barco Products, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #32 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $3K

Council to approve $2,988 office furniture purchase for Human Resources

General fund allocation for office furniture to support Human Resources Department operations.

Counterparty: Lindsey Office Furnishings, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #28 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Council to approve ice and water dispenser contract with ABS Business Systems

Would authorize a 3-year maintenance and installation agreement with ABS Business Systems for police department dispensers. Cost and service scope are set at unit prices on file with the city's purchasing office.

Counterparty: ABS Business Systems, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #33 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Council to approve 1-year heavy equipment lease with Trigreen Equipment

Would allow the Department of Equipment Management to lease trailers and other heavy equipment as needed over the next year, supporting city operations and maintenance projects funded through the FY2025-2026 capital budget.

Counterparty: TRIGREEN EQUIPMENT, LLC Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan Action type: Resolution
May 19, 2026 · Item number:Item #20 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $50K

Council to authorize $50K housing repair contract for District 6

If approved, would fund home repairs—safety upgrades, plumbing, electrical, roofing—for low- and moderate-income homeowners in District 6. Would help reduce blight and raise property values in the neighborhood.

Counterparty: HouseProud Atlanta Inc. Funding source: Arpa Action type: Contract award Location: Council District 6
May 19, 2026 · Item number:Item #97 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $17K

Fire Dept: $17K sole-source purchase of fans from Williams Fire Apparatus

Council would authorize spending $17,050 in general funds for specialized equipment (three 24" commando fans) for Birmingham Fire and Rescue. This is a sole-source purchase, meaning only this vendor supplies the product.

Counterparty: Williams Fire Apparatus, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
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 #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 #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
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