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Contract Award: Walsh Construction for Red Line Project

Original title: Contract 15167: WALSH CONSTRUCTION COMPANY OF ILL — CONSTRUCTION-LARGE $3MILLIONorABOVE (Chicago, IL)

July 19, 2010

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The Frame

What this does

This contract allocates $252,000 in public funds to Walsh Construction Company for specific infrastructure improvements at the Grand/State Red Line station.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Walsh Construction Company of Illinois

The company is the recipient of the $252,000 contract and is responsible for the construction work.

Chicago Department of Transportation

The department is responsible for managing the contract and overseeing the project.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 19, 2010.

What's next

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Summary

The City of Chicago awarded a $252,000 construction contract to Walsh Construction Company of Illinois for work on the Grand/State Red Line project. This contract was approved on July 19, 2010.

Key Facts

  • The contract award amount is $252,000.
  • The vendor is Walsh Construction Company of Illinois.
  • The contract number is 15167.
  • The project is identified as the Grand/State Red Line Project (D-3-055).
  • The contract was approved on July 19, 2010.
  • The project is managed by the Chicago Department of Transportation.
  • The contract is categorized under 'CONSTRUCTION-LARGE $3MILLIONorABOVE', despite the specific award amount being $252,000.

Why It Matters

This contract allocates $252,000 in public funds to Walsh Construction Company for specific infrastructure improvements at the Grand/State Red Line station.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this contract for?
It is for construction work related to the Grand/State Red Line project in Chicago.
How much is the contract worth?
The contract award amount is $252,000.

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Classification Mismatch

The contract is labeled under a category for projects $3 million or above, yet the specific award amount is $252,000, suggesting the contract may be part of a larger master agreement or a specific phase of a larger project.

Connected Entities

locationGrand / State Red Line ProjectThe specific transit project site for the construction work.Map →
organizationWalsh Construction Company of IllinoisThe vendor awarded the construction contract.Map →
location929 W Adams Street, Chicago, IL, 60607The address associated with the vendor.Map →
organizationChicago Department of TransportationThe department overseeing the contract.Map →

Sources

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data.cityofchicago.org

Analysis Score

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz10
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