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Contract Details: Smith Movers, Inc. (Contract 9817)

Original title: Contract 9817: SMITH MOVERS, INC. — WORK SERVICES / FACILITIES MAINT. (Chicago, IL)

August 31, 2011

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The Frame

What this does

This contract establishes the authorized vendor for moving services for the Chicago Department of General Services through the end of 2012.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Smith Movers, Inc.

The company is the designated vendor for moving and maintenance services for the city.

Dept of General Services

The department is responsible for utilizing the vendor for moving and maintenance needs.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 31, 2011.

What's next

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Summary

This document outlines the details of a contract between the City of Chicago and Smith Movers, Inc. for professional moving and facilities maintenance services. The agreement covers a multi-year period ending in December 2012.

Key Facts

  • The contract number is 9817.
  • The vendor is Smith Movers, Inc., located at 7150 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL.
  • The contract covers professional moving services and facilities maintenance.
  • The contract is managed by the Chicago Department of General Services.
  • The contract start date was January 1, 2006.
  • The contract end date is December 31, 2012.
  • The award amount is listed as $0, indicating this is likely a master service agreement or a contract where costs are billed per task rather than a fixed lump sum.
  • The approval date for the contract was August 31, 2011.

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Smith Movers, Inc. provide under this contract?
They provide professional moving services and facilities maintenance for the Department of General Services.
Why is the award amount listed as $0?
The document lists the award amount as $0, which typically means the contract establishes a rate or vendor status rather than a specific pre-paid total.

Why It Matters

This contract establishes the authorized vendor for moving services for the Chicago Department of General Services through the end of 2012.

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Discoveries

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Retroactive Approval

The contract start date is 2006, but the approval date is 2011, suggesting the contract was formalized years after services began.

Connected Entities

Sources

Open source document

data.cityofchicago.org

Analysis Score

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  • Significance20
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  • Controversy5
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz5
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