City to award 1-year sand and gravel contract to Wade Sand & Gravel
Public Works would secure routine materials (crushed stone, riprap, sand) at competitive bid prices for road maintenance and infrastructure work over the next year.
Topic
Contracts & Procurement
Agenda items
Contracts & Procurement items
Council to approve $1.85M mixed-use redevelopment at 1909 14th Avenue North
If approved, Baldwin Properties would redevelop a vacant or underutilized structure into residential and commercial space, creating an estimated 25–30 jobs and generating ~$492K in annual revenue. The City would provide up to $300K in forgivable loan support.
Council to award 3-year janitorial contract to Hill's Janitorial Service
Would secure janitorial services at the Negro Southern League Museum and A.G. Gaston Motel for three years through a competitively bid contract with the lowest-responsive bidder.
Council to amend Greenlining contract for 35-40 unit affordable housing in Druid
Would extend an affordable housing development agreement through September 2026, adding $167,245 to support construction of a mixed-income project where at least 10% of units would serve residents earning at or below area median income.
Council to extend early-learning program with Small Magic through 2026
If approved, would extend Birmingham Talks' word-gap intervention program for families with young children through December 2026 and add $371,500 in new funding. The program uses wearable devices to measure language exposure and help families enhance communication before kinderga
Council to extend Toolbank partnership through September 2026
Would extend the Magic City ToolBank program, which provides tools and expertise to nonprofits and community groups working on local projects. The $345,000 amendment would fund the fully staffed affiliate through Sept 2026, supporting volunteerism and community-led initiatives.
Council to expand micro-shelter program: $1.2M amendment with Faith Chapel throu
If approved, would extend the city's partnership with Faith Chapel to operate up to 15 micro shelters for unhoused residents through August 2027, investing an additional $1.2M in emergency housing capacity.
Council to extend affordable housing development deadline at Parker High site
If approved, would give Smithfield Phase II an extra 6–12 months to close on the 5.25-acre parcel and begin affordable housing construction near the former Parker High School site. The project would create multi-family affordable units once development begins.
Land area:
5.2 acres
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.
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.
City awards outdoor equipment contract to Rent One, LLC
Competitive bid for Stihl and Scag equipment purchases—routine procurement at unit prices already on file. Citizens can track who supplies the city's lawn and grounds maintenance tools.
City leases office space at 1820 3rd Ave North from JBL Real Estate
The city commits to a lease for office space in downtown Birmingham. Terms and annual cost details are not disclosed in the item summary.
City awards Kubota parts contract to Cahaba Tractor
City purchases Kubota equipment parts as needed over one year. Vendor: Cahaba Tractor, Pelham, Alabama.
City adopts Sourcewell contract for Cardiac Solutions medical equipment
Enables city departments to purchase cardiac monitoring and related medical devices through a competitive cooperative program, potentially reducing equipment costs.
City partners with Norfolk Southern, Trussville on REDESIGN Alabama project
Birmingham, Trussville, and Norfolk Southern Railway are joining a REDESIGN Alabama program initiative. The partnership agreement details are incomplete in the public record, but residents should know who their city is working with and on what terms.
Advanced Mower wins outdoor equipment contract
City commits to buying lawn and landscaping equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers) from Advanced Mower as needed. Price list on file ensures competitive rates for routine city maintenance purchases.
City sponsors diverse live music performances with Urban Impact Inc.
City partners with Urban Impact Inc. to bring diverse live musical performances to residents. Agreement brings public cultural programming to the community.
City funds Birmingham Youth Sports League with $500K grant
City commits up to $500,000 in general funds to support youth sports programming through the Birmingham Youth Sports League, expanding recreational opportunities for young residents.
City awards traffic control contract to TAPCO
City buys traffic control products and services on an as-needed basis through this competitive contract. Sets the unit prices for signs, equipment, and related supplies.
City authorizes ARMS to expand medical services
Alabama Regional Medical Services will broaden health access across Birmingham. Details of service expansion and any public health impacts are not yet specified in this item.