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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 1173 items in last 84 months
Total dollars $67.6M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (31.5% 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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December 15, 2020 · Item number:Item #27 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Swanson Enterprises renewed for demolition, debris removal

City extends standing contract with demolition vendor to remove condemned houses and clear debris. Affects neighborhood blight remediation, but dollar amount and specific properties not detailed in agenda.

Counterparty: Swanson Enterprises S/C Company Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition
December 15, 2020 · Item number:Item #29 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Uniform supply renewal: Global Services, Inc. one-year contract

City continues departmental uniform purchases from Global Services under existing pricing. Routine vendor renewal on consent agenda.

Counterparty: Global Services, Inc., Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
December 8, 2020 · Item number:Item #23 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: City approves Grayshift GrayKey iPhone software license

City will buy proprietary software that bypasses iPhone encryption to support police investigations. Raises privacy concerns about data access and retention, especially in communities already affected by surveillance.

Counterparty: Grayshift LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 8, 2020 · Item number:Item #24 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Predictive policing tool: sole-source deal with PredPol

Birmingham will use data-driven software to guide police patrols. The sole-source procurement sidesteps competitive bidding, raising questions about vendor choice, cost oversight, and police surveillance technology's impact on neighborhoods.

Counterparty: PredPol, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 1, 2020 · Item number:Item #49 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $13K

City approves $12,896 contract with National Veterans Day Foundation

Funds a sole-source agreement with the Veterans Day Foundation to support veteran recognition and services in Birmingham.

Counterparty: The National Veterans Day Foundation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 1, 2020 · Item number:Item #44 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $1K

City approves $1,048 collision repair payment to Rich's Collision

City spending $1,048 from general funds to repair a municipal vehicle after a wreck. This is routine equipment maintenance paid through the consent agenda.

Counterparty: Rich's Collision Repair LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
November 24, 2020 · Item number:Item #38 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $500

Council approves $500 sole-source agreement with Youth Towers, Inc.

City commits general funds to Youth Towers, Inc. for goods or services. Specific details of the contract are not disclosed in the agenda.

Counterparty: Youth Towers, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
November 24, 2020 · Item number:Item #50 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

City hires media consultant Mary Young for community initiatives

City is hiring a consultant to handle media outreach, meeting coordination, and funding for community programs. Dollar amount and contract length not specified in the agenda.

Counterparty: Mary Young Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
November 17, 2020 · Item number:Item #21 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $3K

City approves $3K contract with Crisis Center, Inc.

Crisis Center receives city funding for unspecified services. Specific program details are not provided in the agenda item.

Counterparty: Crisis Center, Incorporated Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
November 17, 2020 · Item number:Item #26 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $554

City spends $554 to restock dog waste bags at Clairmont Trail

Trail maintenance keeps walking paths clean and usable for residents. Replenishing waste stations supports community health and park upkeep.

Counterparty: unknown Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation Location: Clairmont Walking Trail
November 10, 2020 · Item number:Item #94 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $10K

Sole-source payments approved for election and data systems

City commits funds to Jefferson County, Election Systems & Software, and Pinnacle Data Systems for election and data services without competitive bidding. Sole-source purchases bypass normal cost-control safeguards.

Counterparty: Jefferson County, Election Systems & Software, Pinnacle Data Systems Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
November 10, 2020 · Item number:Item #70 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Lightle Enterprises renews traffic cone supply contract, 1 year

City renews standing order for traffic cones at negotiated unit prices. Routine operational purchase to maintain road safety equipment inventory.

Counterparty: Lightle Enterprises of Ohio, LLC. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
October 27, 2020 · Item number:Item #45 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $5K

City awards $5,000 to Alabama Sports Council

The city spends $5,000 from its general fund on a sole-source contract with Alabama Sports Council. Purpose not fully disclosed in available documentation.

Counterparty: Alabama Sports Council, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
October 27, 2020 · Item number:Item #47 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $4K

City approves $3,500 litter cleanup contract with Litter Squad

Funds neighborhood cleanup efforts through sole-source vendor agreement; part of routine blight reduction spending.

Counterparty: Douglas Beasley D/B/A "Litter Squad Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
October 20, 2020 · Item number:Item #45 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $1K

City pays Tucker Paint & Body $1,159 for vehicle repair

Department Equipment Management vehicle 174334 needs wreck repairs covered by city funds.

Counterparty: Tucker Paint & Body Shop Inc Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
October 20, 2020 · Item number:Item #20 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

MCM Technology: One-year sole-source contract for evidence management system

City commits public funds to maintain an evidence management platform used by police and other departments. Sole-source procurement limits competitive bidding.

Counterparty: MCM Technology, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
October 20, 2020 · Item number:Item #65 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Council hires CBG Strategies for constituent services

Three councilors (Smitherman, Alexander, Hilliard) will use city funds to hire CBG Strategies to handle constituent communications and services. Residents in those districts should know how their tax dollars support council office operations.

Counterparty: CBG Strategies LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 20, 2020 · Item number:Item #62 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

Police Department renews software license with Business Systems & Consultants

City continues software service for police operations through June 2021. Sole-source agreement with BSC; dollar amount not yet confirmed.

Counterparty: Business Systems & Consultants, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
October 20, 2020 · Item number:Item #8 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: undisclosed

City renews Motorola software and equipment licenses (details pending)

Motorola systems support 911 dispatch, police radio communications, and evidence management. The renewal cost and contract terms are not disclosed in this agenda summary.

Counterparty: Motorola Solutions, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 13, 2020 · Item number:Item #65 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $298

City hires CorVel for workers' comp services, $298K/year for 3 years

City commits $894,000 over three years for workers' compensation administration. Sole-source procurement means no competitive bidding.

Counterparty: CorVel Corporation Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
October 6, 2020 · Item number:Item #20 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $200K

City commits $200K for tire repairs under state master agreement

Sole-source contract continues tire maintenance for city vehicles through Bridgestone Americas, part of routine fleet upkeep funded from the general fund.

Counterparty: Bridgestone Americas Tires dba Southern Tire Mart Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award Location: Birmingham
October 6, 2020 · Item number:Item #23 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $150K

City approves $150K payment to NAPA for automotive parts

City commits $150,000 in general funds to purchase automotive parts under an existing state contract. This is routine fleet maintenance spending on a consent-agenda item.

Counterparty: NAPA Genuine Auto Parts, Atlanta, Georgia Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
October 6, 2020 · Item number:Item #24 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $100K

City approves $100K auto parts purchase from O'Reilly Auto

City fleet maintenance requires ongoing automotive supplies. This sole-source purchase from O'Reilly Auto Parts covers miscellaneous parts under state contract.

Counterparty: O'Reilly Auto Enterprises dba O'Reilly Auto Parts Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
October 6, 2020 · Item number:Item #15 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $1K

City awards $1,000 contract to Rising West Princeton Corporation

Routine vendor payment approved on consent agenda; specifics of goods or services not disclosed in public summary.

Counterparty: Rising West Princeton Corporation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
October 6, 2020 · Item number:Item #33 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $298

City renews CorVel workers' comp contract for $298K annually

City employees and retirees rely on this third-party administrator to process workers' compensation claims. The sole-source contract renewal ensures continuity of claim handling without competitive bidding.

Counterparty: CorVel Corporation Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
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