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City Contract for Aluminum Aerial Cable: J P Simons & Company

Original title: Contract 9971: J P SIMONS & COMPANY — COMMODITIES (Chicago, IL)

January 17, 2012

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What this does

This contract represents a specific expenditure of $31,161 in city funds for materials used by the Chicago Department of Transportation.

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J P Simons & Company

The company is the vendor responsible for supplying the aluminum aerial cable under the terms of the contract.

Chicago Department of Transportation

The department is the agency responsible for the procurement and utilization of the materials provided under the contract.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 17, 2012.

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Summary

This document outlines a $31,161 contract awarded to J P Simons & Company for the supply of aluminum aerial cable to the Chicago Department of Transportation. The agreement covers a multi-year period ending in September 2012.

Key Facts

  • The contract award amount is $31,161.
  • The vendor is J P Simons & Company.
  • The contract is for the provision of aluminum aerial cable.
  • The contract is managed by the Chicago Department of Transportation.
  • The contract was approved on January 17, 2012.
  • The contract term began on October 1, 2005.
  • The contract term ended on September 30, 2012.
  • The vendor is located at 1426 Brook Dr, Downers Grove, IL, 60515.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this contract for?
The contract is for the purchase of aluminum aerial cable for the Chicago Department of Transportation.
How much is the city paying for this?
The total award amount for the contract is $31,161.
When was this contract active?
The contract was active from October 1, 2005, through September 30, 2012.

Why It Matters

This contract represents a specific expenditure of $31,161 in city funds for materials used by the Chicago Department of Transportation.

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Long-term Contract Duration

The contract spans seven years (2005-2012), which is a notably long duration for a commodity supply agreement.

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Sources

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data.cityofchicago.org

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