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Contract for 12th Street Metra Station Improvements

Original title: Contract 13999: BLINDERMAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. — CONSTRUCTION-LARGE $3MILLIONorABOVE (Chicago, IL)

Record date · June 5, 2009

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What This Bill Does

The City of Chicago awarded a $10,625 contract to Blinderman Construction Company, Inc. for work related to the 12th Street Metra Station.

Why it matters

This contract authorizes a payment of $10,625 to a private construction firm for services provided to the Chicago Department of Transportation regarding the 12th Street Metra Station.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Blinderman Construction Company, Inc.

The company is the recipient of the $10,625 contract payment.

Directly affected

Chicago Department of Transportation

The department is responsible for managing the contract and the associated station project.

Key Facts

  • The contract was awarded to Blinderman Construction Company, Inc.
  • The total award amount is $10,625.
  • The contract is identified as number 13999.
  • The project involves work at the 12th Street Metra Station (Project E-4-204).
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  • The contract was approved on June 5, 2009.
  • The Chicago Department of Transportation is the managing agency.
  • The vendor is located at 8501 W Higgins Rd, Ste 320, Chicago, IL 60631.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this contract?
The contract is for construction-related services at the 12th Street Metra Station.
How much is the city paying for this project?
The total award amount specified in the contract is $10,625.

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Category Mismatch

The contract is labeled under a 'Large $3 Million or Above' category despite the award amount being only $10,625.

Connected Entities

12th Street Metra Station, Chicago Department of Transportation, Blinderman Construction Company, Inc.

Sources

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data.cityofchicago.org

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