Sole-source legal contract with Jones and Hawley approved for $35,000
City hires outside law firm Jones and Hawley for specialized legal work through year-end, spending $35,000 from general funds without competitive bidding.
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Contracts & Procurement
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Contracts & Procurement items
Sole-source: Cooper Law Firm hired for legal aid, up to $45K
City commits up to $45,000 in general funds to external legal counsel through June 2014 without competitive bidding.
City hires attorney Barry Walker for legal work, up to $30K
Birmingham commits $30,000 in general funds to retain outside legal counsel for unspecified legal matters through June 2014. Citizens have a right to know who gets paid from the city budget and for what.
City hires Cooper Law Firm for legal work, up to $45,000
Sole-source contract sends $45,000 in public funds to an outside law firm for unspecified legal matters, sidestepping competitive bidding.
City hires Balch & Bingham for legal services, $35K through June 2014
General fund money goes to outside legal counsel for unspecified legal matters. Citizens should know who receives city contracts and why, even routine vendor payments.</matters> <parameter name="significance_rationale">Low-moderate significance. This is a straightforward sole-sou
City hires Hand Arendall for legal counsel; $50K contract through June 2014
City spending $50,000 in general funds for outside legal services from a sole-source vendor, with no competitive bidding process.
City hires Burr & Forman for legal services: $350K through June 2014
Sole-source contract commits general-fund dollars to outside counsel without competitive bidding. Taxpayers should know who handles city legal work and what it costs.
City hires Christian & Small law firm for $40K legal services
City Attorney's office will spend $40,000 in public funds on outside legal counsel through June 2014 using a sole-source contract, meaning no competitive bidding process.
City hires Jones & Hawley for legal services, $35,000
City attorney's office outsources legal work to external counsel through June 2014. Terms cover scope and cost of legal assistance on undisclosed matters.
Council awards document scanning contract to Imaging Business Machines
City to use document scanning services on an as-needed basis at negotiated unit prices. Contract duration and exact costs are on file with the Purchasing Agent.
City approves $15K facility agreement with AHSAA for Bill Harris Arena
High school athletic association gains facility access at CrossPlex for events and tournaments. City collects rental revenue to support public arena operations.
Council approves firefighter turnout gear contract with Sunbelt Fire
City firefighters get equipment needed for fire response. One-year deal with Sunbelt Fire establishes unit prices for protective gear purchases.
Council awards document scanning services contract to Imaging Business Machines
City commits to competitive contract for on-demand document scanning—a routine operational service supporting records management across city departments.
City awards roll-off box rental contract to Republic Services
Council approved the city's trash and debris removal service through competitive bidding. This vendor will supply 30-yard roll-off containers as needed for city operations.
City awards safety & first aid supplies contract to Industrial Fire and Safety
City employees and first responders will be equipped with safety gear and medical supplies. Competitive bidding ensures cost efficiency for taxpayers.
City awards wrecker service contract to Birmingham Towing Service
City towing and vehicle storage services affect response times for accident scenes and impound operations. This three-year contract sets rates for those services citywide.
City approves temporary staffing contract with Lyons HR
Council approves 13-month contract for on-demand temporary workers across city departments. Pricing and terms available in the Purchasing Agent's office.
City renews excess-loss medical insurance with HCC Life
Covers catastrophic medical claims for city employees and their families. Premium of $14.17 per employee per month for July 2013–June 2014.
City awards $108 contract to Covington Flooring for portable court equipment
Parks department secures portable basketball and volleyball equipment for city recreation programs.
City extends health insurance contract with Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Covers employee health benefits funded from the general fund. Monthly premium caps at $365 per employee for single coverage under the Value Plan.