Contracts & Procurement

Council awards $166.8K chiller service contract to Engineered Cooling

City commits general fund dollars to maintain HVAC chillers at municipal buildings. Ensures cooling systems stay operational across city facilities.

City approves public transit services agreement with BJCTA

This agreement defines how Birmingham receives public transportation services from the transit authority. The terms set service levels, funding, and operational responsibilities that affect riders and the city budget.

City approves Stryker EMS equipment contract for 1 year

City commits to purchasing emergency medical supplies from Stryker Sales under a cooperative bid agreement. Ensures EMS crews have reliable equipment access through competitive procurement.

First Amendment to Tolemi agreement approved

City modifies its contract with OpportunitySpace, Inc. (d/b/a Tolemi) for acquisition services. Amendment details are not fully disclosed in the agenda text.

City funds safety program with Downtown Jimmie Hale Mission

City enters funding agreement with Jimmie Hale Mission to support safety and well-being services.

City authorizes agreement with Community Food Bank of Central Alabama

City partners with Community Food Bank to expand food assistance programs. Agreement details service scope and terms.

City approves community services agreement with Brenda's Brown Bosom Buddies, In

The city has authorized a new partnership to provide community services. The agreement details and funding amount were not fully disclosed in the agenda summary.

City funds Southbound Food Festival annual event

The city is committing public funds to bring the annual Southbound Food Festival to Birmingham. The agreement enables a community event that draws residents and visitors to the city.

2026-290 21-169 Authorize Contract with S3 Technologies, LLC for maintenance and repair services of courtroom audiovisual technology systems; NTE $35,000.00 annually .

2026-271 21-170 Authorize Performance Contract with Distinguished Young Women Foundation for operational expenses; $65,000.00 .

City commits $200K to MoGo Rideshare Program with Chamber Foundation

Mobile is funding a new rideshare program through the Chamber of Commerce Foundation with no competitive bidding. The $200,000 investment aims to expand transportation options, though citizens should know how the funds will be used and whether other vendors were considered.

Council extends McWane Science Center agreement $170,000 for 12 months

City renews partnership with McWane Science Center through August 2025. Funds support science education and public programs in the community.

Fire department awards SCBA contract to NAFECO

Firefighters get self-contained breathing apparatus through a competitive bid process, ensuring reliable equipment for emergency response.

City awards electrical supply contract to Graybar Electric

Graybar Electric wins a competitive bid to supply electrical, lighting, data/communications and security products as needed by the city. Citizens should know who supplies critical infrastructure materials and at what terms.

Council awards IBM contract for enterprise products and services

City commits to purchasing technology products and services from IBM at negotiated unit prices. Spending amount not disclosed in agenda.

City awards 1-year charter bus rental contract to Vectour Group

City commits to a dedicated vendor for on-demand charter bus services over the next year. Affects residents who rely on city-sponsored transportation for events, trips, and municipal operations.

2026-185 21-102 Authorize contract with Harwell & Company, LLC for Brookdale Drive Rehabilitation; $275,668.75 .

2026-199 21-146 Authorize Contract with the Mobile Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. for the MoGo Rideshare Program, $200,000.00 .

Sole-source contract: City agrees to $11K deal with Penny Foundation

City will spend $11,000 from unspecified funds with The Penny Foundation, Inc. under a sole-source agreement. Purpose of the contract is incomplete in the agenda item.

Mayor authorized to sign LexisNexis Schedule A amendment

Amendment to existing data/analytics contract with LexisNexis under the 2022 master agreement. Specific scope and cost details are not disclosed in the item title.