Contracts & Procurement

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.

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 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 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 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.

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 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 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 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.

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 awards Kubota parts contract to Cahaba Tractor

City purchases Kubota equipment parts as needed over one year. Vendor: Cahaba Tractor, Pelham, Alabama.

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.

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 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.

CONSENT ITEM 21. A Resolution pursuant to §11-40-1 and §38-2-9 Codes of Alabama, 1975, authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with Greater Shiloh Baptist Church Community Development Corporation, ("GSBCCDC"), under which GSBCCDC will

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 partners with CAWACO to plant and maintain trees in urban heat islands

Brings tree-planting and maintenance to neighborhoods most affected by extreme heat, improving air quality and lowering summer temperatures for residents. No dollar amount listed, but the agreement commits ongoing public investment to cooling and green space.

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.