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Contract for Art Conservation Services: Conservation of Sculpture & Objects Studio, Inc.

Original title: Contract 12277: CONSERVATION OF SCULPTURE & OBJECTS STUDIO, INC. — COMPTROLLER-OTHER (Chicago, IL)

September 3, 2010

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The Frame

What this does

The contract authorizes the expenditure of $100,000 in public funds for the preservation and maintenance of cultural objects managed by the Department of Cultural Affairs over an eight-year period.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Conservation of Sculpture & Objects Studio, Inc.

The company is the recipient of the $100,000 contract for conservation services.

Department of Cultural Affairs

The department is responsible for managing the contract and overseeing the conservation work.

What changed

Last recorded activity September 3, 2010.

What's next

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Summary

This document outlines a $100,000 contract between the City of Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs and Conservation of Sculpture & Objects Studio, Inc. for professional conservation services.

Key Facts

  • The total contract award amount is $100,000.
  • The contract is assigned number 12277.
  • The vendor is Conservation of Sculpture & Objects Studio, Inc., based in Forest Park, IL.
  • The contract is managed by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs.
  • The contract period began on June 19, 2006.
  • The contract period ended on December 31, 2014.
  • The contract was approved on September 3, 2010.
  • The scope of work is defined as 'Conservation'.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this contract?
The contract is for conservation services provided by Conservation of Sculpture & Objects Studio, Inc. for the Department of Cultural Affairs.
How much is the city paying for these services?
The total award amount for the contract is $100,000.
When was this contract active?
The contract spanned from June 19, 2006, to December 31, 2014.

Why It Matters

The contract authorizes the expenditure of $100,000 in public funds for the preservation and maintenance of cultural objects managed by the Department of Cultural Affairs over an eight-year period.

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Retroactive Approval

The contract start date (2006) precedes the approval date (2010) by over four years, suggesting the contract was formalized well after services may have commenced.

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Sources

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data.cityofchicago.org

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  • Controversy5
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