City awards 1-year office supplies contract to Kyle Office Solutions
City approved a competitive bid with Kyle Office Solutions, Tuscaloosa, for routine office supplies at preset unit prices. The contract is renewable annually.
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Contracts & Procurement
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Contracts & Procurement items
City awards medical waste disposal contract to West Med Disposal
City will use West Med Disposal Inc. for medical waste services under a competitive bid contract. Routine operational purchase to manage hazardous medical waste safely.
Amendment: 311 Call Center Solution contract with Planet Technologies
City expands its 311 phone line system for resident service requests—the main way citizens report potholes, missed trash, and other city problems. This amendment updates the original agreement first approved in 2015.
City increases payment to McDowell artist contract by $128K
City spending rises to $178K total for artistic and concept work by Ronald Scott McDowell. Contract amendment details are incomplete; full scope and deliverables not provided in public record.
Change Order adds $245K contingency fund to Taylor and Miree construction contra
Increases total contract value by $245,000 to cover unexpected costs during construction. The contingency buffer protects the city from project overruns and potential budget strain.
City awards fuel contract to Allied Energy Corporation
Birmingham locked in unit prices for gasoline, E85, and diesel fuel from the lowest competitive bidder. Affects municipal fleet operating costs.
$245K contingency allowance added to Intermodal Facility Phase 2
Change order increases project flexibility for the Birmingham Intermodal Facility Phase 2, allowing construction to adapt to unforeseen conditions without stalling work.
City awards body armor contract to McCain Uniforms
Birmingham police and public safety officers will be equipped with full-coverage body armor for the next year under this contract. The competitive bid ensures cost control for protective equipment.
Contract amendment: Engineering Design Technologies +$160,729
City spends additional $160,729 with engineering firm for traffic work. Amendment increases total contract value but specific project scope not detailed in available materials.
Council awards toner cartridge contract to The Office Pal
City purchases office supplies through competitive bid process. Contract covers replacement toner for one year at negotiated unit prices.
Council awards toner cartridge contract to CVR Computer Supplies
City locks in pricing for office supplies through competitive bid. No direct resident impact.
City renews dental insurance contract with Delta Dental
Covers dental benefits for active city employees. Rates: $13.58/month for single coverage under the Value Plan.
City extends Delta Dental retiree coverage at $13.58/month
City retirees keep dental benefits under renewed Delta Dental contract. Coverage continues at modest monthly cost to city budget.
Council awards contract to Ennis Paint for road markings
City selects supplier for reflective thermoplastic road markings — materials that improve visibility and safety on city streets.
City awards engine replacement bid to Tractor and Equipment Company
The city is purchasing a remanufactured Cummins engine for landfill equipment maintenance. This is routine operational spending to keep landfill operations running.
City renews retiree health insurance with Blue Cross
City commits to ongoing health coverage for retired employees through Blue Cross, covering both retiree and dependent medical insurance at ~$1,747/month total.
City renews group life insurance contract with Boston Mutual
Ensures active city employees and their families have basic life and accidental death coverage. Contract terms and cost will be set by the Mayor's office.
Blue Cross health insurance contract: $359.66/month per employee
City commits to health insurance costs for employees through Blue Cross. This sole-source contract sets the monthly premium rates for employee coverage.
Council increases JCCEO funding by $41,970 to $640K total
JCCEO provides workforce development and economic opportunity programs serving Birmingham residents. This amendment commits additional public funds to expand or extend those services.
City approves carnival equipment rental contract with Jump N' High Inflatables
City will use Jump N' High Inflatables as its primary vendor for renting bounce houses, carnival rides, and concession equipment for public events and celebrations.