What products and services does the City of Birmingham procure?

The City of Birmingham typically procures durable goods and equipment, professional services, and construction projects. The Purchasing Division maintains over 200 bid lists covering categories from air compressors to wrecker services; consult bid lists and solicitations for specific purchase categories.

What procurement requirements does the City of Birmingham publish for vendors?

The City of Birmingham requires vendors to follow the requirements listed in each solicitation, which specify insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance items. Vendors should read solicitation packets carefully and contact the Purchasing Division during onboarding for clarification of required documentation.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Birmingham?

City of Birmingham procurement policies and standard terms are published on the Purchasing Division pages, which reference Alabama State Bid Law and note the sealed-bid threshold (listed on the site as $15,000). Vendors should consult the Purchasing pages for policy guidance, standard contract terms, and links to statutory procurement provisions.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Birmingham, AL
Country:: US

City of Birmingham RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Red Lane Road Sidewalk Improvements (ENG 2026-016) RFP
Posted
Oct 15, 2026
Closes
Nov 18, 2026
Procurement of construction services for sidewalk and streetscape improvements, including concrete sidewalks, heavy-duty concrete paving, ADA curb ramps, curb and gutter, milling and overlay, and thermoplastic striping.
Arlington Kitchen Building Renovations ARCH 2634 Project Manual RFP
Posted
Oct 8, 2026
Closes
Nov 5, 2026
Renovation services for the Arlington Kitchen Building, encompassing exterior repairs (siding, gutters, masonry, window repair) and interior upgrades (HVAC, electrical, insulation, lighting, plumbing, flooring, painting).

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225038
Employee FTE
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4,135
Population
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195,893
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46 / 100
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $10,000, use sole source.
- Coops: The City already uses cooperative purchasing; lead with PACA, Alabama Division of Purchasing – Statewide Contracts (AlabamaBuys), NASPO ValuePoint, and OMNIA Partners, Public Sector. You can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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- Entity: City of Birmingham, AL
- Use when the offering is highly differentiated/proprietary and the only one that meets a critical need.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Birmingham

Planning and Zoning Committee Committee Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed a rezoning request for a church campus on a former hospital site, focusing on zoning Q-conditions, coordination with the local neighborhood association, and the need for consistency with adjacent properties. Additionally, the committee addressed the final adoption steps for the city's participation in the Shelby County Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Public Safety Committee Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Public Safety Committee reviewed and discussed several business applications for liquor licenses, including those for Airport BP, Airport Amoco, D-W-Y Package Store, Tracks, and the AC Hotel. The committee conducted a detailed evaluation of the operational and public safety plans for Trap Kitchen, addressing concerns regarding security staffing ratios, hours of operation, and previous advertising practices. Following the discussion, the committee decided to forward the Trap Kitchen application to the full council for a vote without a recommendation.
Public Safety Committee Meeting
Date: Sep 8, 2026

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Birmingham?

The City of Birmingham Purchasing Division within the Finance Department manages procurement and purchasing. The Purchasing Division administers bid lists, purchasing activity, and vendor onboarding; consult the Finance/Purchasing pages for contacts, procedures, and procurement inquiries.

Where does the City of Birmingham post bids and RFPs?

The City of Birmingham posts bids and RFPs on its official Bidding Opportunities page and the Purchasing Division pages. Those pages publish sealed bids, public solicitations, submission instructions, and links to solicitation documents and addenda.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Birmingham?

Vendors register with the City of Birmingham using the New Supplier Registration on the Purchasing Division's Supplier Registration page. The supplier page and 'Doing Business with the City' guidance explain onboarding steps and provide contact points for questions and supplier setup.

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City of Birmingham RFPs

Red Lane Road Sidewalk Improvements (ENG 2026-016) RFP

Arlington Kitchen Building Renovations ARCH 2634 Project Manual RFP

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Red Lane Road Sidewalk Improvements (ENG 2026-016) RFP

Arlington Kitchen Building Renovations ARCH 2634 Project Manual RFP

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