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CHICAGO (COOK COUNTY)contract

Contract for Ornamental Street Lighting Equipment (Chicago)

Original title: Contract 14306: PRODUCTION DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES — COMMODITIES (Chicago, IL)

January 16, 2013

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The Frame

What this does

This contract establishes the supply chain for decorative street lighting infrastructure managed by the Chicago Department of Transportation.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Production Distribution Companies

The company is the designated vendor for supplying ornamental lighting equipment to the city.

Chicago Department of Transportation

The department is responsible for managing the procurement and installation of the ornamental lighting equipment.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 16, 2013.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

This document outlines a contract between the City of Chicago and Production Distribution Companies for the supply of ornamental poles, arms, and street light fixtures. The agreement covers a period from March 2007 through August 2013.

Key Facts

  • The contract (number 14306) is for the provision of ornamental poles, arms, and luminaires.
  • The contract term began on March 1, 2007, and ended on August 31, 2013.
  • The contract was approved on January 16, 2013.
  • The listed award amount for this specific record is $0.
  • The vendor is Production Distribution Companies, located at 9511 S Dorchester EFT, Chicago, IL.

Why It Matters

This contract establishes the supply chain for decorative street lighting infrastructure managed by the Chicago Department of Transportation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this contract provide for the city?
It provides ornamental poles, arms, and (street light fixtures) for the Chicago Department of Transportation.
Why is the award amount listed as $0?
The document lists the award amount as $0, which may indicate it is a master agreement or a contract where specific task orders are issued separately.

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Late Approval Date

The contract was approved in January 2013, despite having a start date in March 2007, suggesting the document may represent a final reconciliation or extension of a long-standing agreement.

Connected Entities

Sources

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data.cityofchicago.org

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