Contracts & Procurement

First lease amendment approved at 930 6th Avenue North

City extends or modifies lease terms with D.T.P. Inc. at downtown property. Details of the amendment—rent, term, or use changes—are not disclosed in this summary.

City renews copier paper contract with Strickland Paper

Strickland Paper supplies copier and printing paper to city offices for another year. No competitive bid was sought.

Transit agreement amendment with River North Transit approved

City extends its contract with River North Transit (a VIA Transportation subsidiary) to continue providing transportation services and technology. Details of the amendment—scope, cost, and timeline—were not fully disclosed in the agenda.

City approves traffic calming project with Redmont Historic District Foundation

Slower traffic in Redmont Historic District through new calming measures. Improves safety for pedestrians and residents in the neighborhood.

Council authorizes $2,000 contract with Urban Impact, Inc.

City commits general fund dollars to Urban Impact for goods or services; scope is incomplete in public record.

City hires Thrive Tech for $24K graphic design contract (District 6)

District 6 residents' city services will use professional graphic design and social media support. This sole-source contract bypasses competitive bidding.

City affiliates with Alabama Fire College for firefighter training

Birmingham firefighters will have direct access to standardized training and certification through the state Fire College. This partnership ensures consistent professional standards for the department.

City hires Synergy Consulting for $47K District 9 services

Council District 9 constituents will receive consulting support from an outside firm hired without competitive bidding. Sole-source contracts limit competition and may affect service quality or cost.

City approves $15K ad contract with Lamar Advertising

City spends $14,999 on advertising services from Lamar Advertising using sole-source procurement.

First Amendment to Orchestra Partners development agreement

City amends existing development deal with Orchestra Partners. Details of the changes and project scope are not provided in the agenda summary.

ITEM 1. WITHDRAWN A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Construction Right of Way Agreement between the City of Birmingham and Lamar Outdoor Advertising wherein the City would permit Lamar to enter onto 1930 8th Avenue North for the purpose of ra

Sole-source contract: City pays GSBC Community Development $50K

City commits $50,000 to GSBC Community Development Corporation for goods and services. Contract bypasses competitive bidding as a sole-source purchase.

City awards $68,300 to Doyle Restoration for Highland Park Pro Shop masonry repa

City parks maintenance: Masonry repairs at Highland Park Pro Shop keep the facility in working condition for public use.

City approves $10,000 contract with Christian Service Mission

Christian Service Mission will provide goods and services to District 6, though the specific deliverables are not fully detailed in this item.

City funds Birmingham Children's Theater $1,000 for productions

Supports local youth arts programming through live and virtual theater productions across Birmingham.

Fire Station 13 reroofing awarded to Johns and Kirksey Inc. for $129,500

City commits $129,500 to repair Fire Station 13's roof and soffit, keeping the facility safe and functional for emergency response.

River North Transit pilot agreement extends through June 2

A six-month extension of the city's transit partnership pilot with River North Transit LLC. Check the full agreement to understand what services are provided and whether the pilot will become permanent.

Shipt incentive payment deferred under amended project deal

City delays its next incentive payout to Shipt under an existing project agreement. The specific impact depends on what services Shipt provides and when the deferred payment will be due.

City funds Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham with $1,000

General fund dollars support youth mentorship programming in Birmingham.

Council approves $5,000 advertising agreement with Ruffner Mountain Nature Coali

City funds promotional partnership with local nature nonprofit. The limited scope suggests routine marketing support for a community resource.