Contracts & Procurement

NEC gets 3-year contract for fingerprint system maintenance

Police will keep their automated fingerprint identification system running through sole-source deal with NEC. Public should know who maintains public safety tech and for how long.

City funds teacher supplies at Glen Iris Elementary for 2015–16

City commits general fund dollars to help Glen Iris Elementary purchase classroom supplies for teachers and staff during the 2015–16 school year.

City approves $3,000 contract with REV Birmingham

The city commits discretionary funds to REV Birmingham, a community organization. The item description is incomplete, making it difficult to assess direct resident impact.

City hires Attorney Lawrence Cooper for litigation, $50K through June 2016

City commits $50,000 in public funds for legal representation in unspecified litigation and legal matters ending June 30, 2016.

City awards $40K legal contract to Walker Law through June 2016

City spending $40,000 in general funds for litigation and legal services via sole-source contract—a procurement method that bypasses competitive bidding. Citizens deserve to know how their tax dollars are allocated to law firms.

City awards $750K legal contract to Burr Forman through June 2016

City commits three-quarters of a million dollars in general-fund money to outside counsel for litigation and legal matters. Sole-source award means no competitive bidding.

City funds REV Birmingham $30K for entertainment festival

City spends $30,000 in discretionary funds to support an entertainment festival organized by REV Birmingham, a local community or events organization.

City books Bernard Lockhart for $25K Summer Jam concert

Birmingham funds a smooth jazz concert through the Summer Jam Series using public dollars. The city sole-sourced the contract to performer Bernard Lockhart.

City awards janitorial contract to Eagle Cleaning Service

Eagle Cleaning Service wins a one-year contract to provide janitorial services across city facilities. Contract is renewable and pricing is available in the Purchasing Agent's office.

Council amends Sain Associates contract, adds $111,806

City increases payment to contractor by 29% to $391,323 total. The amendment details and purpose are incomplete in the posted agenda.

WITHDRAWN CONSENT ITEM 19. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Battle -Miller Construction Corporation, Hoover, Alabama, in the amount of $104,800.00 for Echo Highlands Park Renovations, in substantially the form contained wi

Council awards traffic paint contract to Ennis Paint, Inc.

City locks in unit prices for road-marking supplies over the next year, keeping street lines and safety markings fresh on city roads.

City awards $104.8K contract to Battle-Miller for Echo Highlands Park renovation

Echo Highlands Park gets renovated improvements. Contract goes to Battle-Miller Construction of Hoover.

WITHDRAWN ITEM 38. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement between the Helen Shores Lee and the City of Birmingham, under which the City will purchase property known as the Arthur D. Shores Law Center Building located at

City awards 3D scanning equipment contract to Earl Dudley, Inc.

City commits to one-year supply contract for 3D scanning equipment through competitive bid. Equipment supports municipal operations and project documentation.

City sells 1.57 acres at East Lake B to An Quang Buddhist Temple

City-owned land at 4001 East Lake B transfers to the Buddhist temple, removing the property from public ownership and municipal tax base. Transaction value not disclosed in agenda.

Council awards $104.8K to Miller Construction for Echo Highlands Park renovation

Park improvements underway at Echo Highlands through a contractor agreement worth $104,800. Enhances community recreation space in the neighborhood.

City hires Titan Electric for Cooper Green Park electrical work, $12,041.92

Park maintenance shed gets electrical and mechanical upgrades to keep the facility operational for public use.

Council approves $1.46M video display at Legion Field

City commits $1.46 million to install a new video display system at Legion Field, a key venue for community events and athletics. The upgrade improves fan experience and modernizes the stadium's infrastructure.

City funds Birmingham schools for 2015–2016 academic year

General fund money flows to schools for classroom operations and programs. Exact amount not disclosed in agenda item.