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City Contract with Oracle America, Inc. (T27535)

Original title: Contract T27535: ORACLE AMERICA INC — PRO SERV-SOFTWARE/HARDWARE (Chicago, IL)

Record date · December 23, 2013

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What This Bill Does

This document outlines a contract between the City of Chicago and Oracle America, Inc. for the purchase and implementation of citywide hardware and software, specifically supporting the system.

Why it matters

This contract governs the long-term provision and maintenance of core technology infrastructure used by the City of Chicago for its business and information services.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Oracle America Inc

The company is the designated vendor for citywide hardware and software implementation.

Directly affected

Dept of Business & Information Services

The department is responsible for managing the implementation and support of the city's technology systems under this contract.

Key Facts

  • The contract (T27535) covers the purchase and implementation of citywide hardware and software.
  • The services provided are specifically for FMPS (Financial Management and Procurement System) support.
  • The contract start date was November 25, 1998.
  • The contract end date was December 31, 2014.
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  • The approval date for this specific record was December 23, 2013.
  • The award amount listed for this specific record is $0.
  • The vendor address is PO Box 71028, Chicago, IL 60694-1028.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this contract?
The contract is for the purchase and implementation of citywide hardware and software to support the city's system.
How long was this contract active?
The contract spanned from November 25, 1998, to December 31, 2014.

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Long-term Contract Duration

The contract spanned over 16 years, indicating a long-term reliance on the vendor for core city systems.

Connected Entities

Oracle America Inc, Dept of Business & Information Services, T27535 and 1 more
OrganizationOracle America Inc“Vendor for software and hardware services”Map →
OrganizationDept of Business & Information Services“Department overseeing the contract”Map →
otherT27535“Contract identification number”Map →
locationChicago, IL“Jurisdiction of the contract”Map →

Sources

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data.cityofchicago.org

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  • Controversy10
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