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Construction Services Contract: Maxwell Services, Inc.

Original title: Contract 8872: MAXWELL SERVICES, INC. — JOC (Chicago, IL)

August 27, 2009

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The Frame

What this does

This contract establishes the legal framework for Maxwell Services, Inc. to perform general construction work for the Chicago Department of Housing, though the specific award amount is listed as $0.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Maxwell Services, Inc.

The company is authorized to perform general construction services for the City of Chicago under the terms of this contract.

Chicago Department of Housing

The department manages the contract and utilizes the vendor for construction projects related to the EHAP/CB program.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 27, 2009.

What's next

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Summary

This document outlines a Job Order Contract (JOC) between the City of Chicago Department of Housing and Maxwell Services, Inc. for general construction services related to the program.

Key Facts

  • The contract is identified as number 8872.
  • The contract type is a Job Order Contract (JOC).
  • The vendor is Maxwell Services, Inc., located at 1644 W 37th Pl, Chicago, IL 60609.
  • The contract is associated with the Department of Housing.
  • The scope of work is defined as general construction for EHAP/CB.
  • The contract start date is June 9, 2005.
  • The approval date for the contract is August 27, 2009.
  • The listed award amount for this contract is $0.

Why It Matters

This contract establishes the legal framework for Maxwell Services, Inc. to perform general construction work for the Chicago Department of Housing, though the specific award amount is listed as $0.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Job Order Contract (JOC)?
A JOC is a procurement method used by government agencies to perform maintenance, repair, and construction projects through a pre-priced contract.
Why is the award amount listed as $0?
In many government contracts, $0 may indicate an indefinite-quantity contract where specific project costs are determined by individual work orders issued over the life of the agreement.

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Contract Approval Lag

There is a significant gap between the contract start date (2005) and the approval date (2009), suggesting the contract may have been active or retroactively approved.

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Sources

Open source document

data.cityofchicago.org

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  • Controversy5
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  • Entertainment5
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