title
Authorization to participate in the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program to access RSMeans Construction Cost Estimating Database owned by Gordian Group Inc.
presenter
Presenter: Leonard Langston, Jr., Interim Chief Property Officer
Recommendation
The Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") of the Chicago Housing Authority ("CHA") recommends that the CHA Board of Commissioners ("Board") approve participating in the existing Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program contract with Gordian Group, Inc. for access and usage of RSMeans construction cost estimating database from July 30, 2026, through February 4, 2030. The contract award to Gordian Group, Inc. is in the approximate aggregate value of $3,412,625, consisting of a 3.5-year base contract value of $2,388,875 and 1.5-year option term aggregate value of $1,023,750.
The Board further authorizes the CEO to approve each request to exercise the options awarded under the contract.
Recommended Awardee
Base Contract Value
Base Term
Option Terms
Total Contract Value
Gordian Group, Inc.
$2,388,875
3.5 years
1st Option: 1Year $682,500
2nd Option: 1/2 Year $341,250
$3,412,625
Aggregate Total:
$2,388,875
$1,023,750
$3,412,625
The requested action complies in all material respects with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, and CHA policies. CHA staff has completed all necessary due diligence to support the submission of this initiative.
Funding
MTW Funds
Background
Maintaining accurate pricing across hundreds of construction industry related items is not only time-intensive but also introduces significant risks. Market fluctuations in material costs and labor rates occur frequently, and ensuring accuracy would require ongoing, dedicated oversight with specialized expertise. Without consistent updates, estimates can quickly become outdated leading to underpricing, margin erosion, or overpricing that impacts competitiveness. By utilizing RSMeans, the industry standard for construction cost estimating ...
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