Agency Employ & Econ Development Dept

Contractor G2 Group

SWIFT Contract Number SC 57023 PO 3000091451

Project Name DEED Space Needs Assessment

Project Number (if applicable) {Empty}

Summarize purpose of the contract, including why it was necessary: The Dept. of Employment and Economic Development was in need of assistance to review current planning standards, improve ergonomic/employee comfort and accommodate projected staffing levels at its Central Office in St. Paul. In addition, the contractor created new floor plan layouts and cost estimates for space improvement project implementation.

Project Duration

Start Date Tue, 01/29/2013 - 00:00

Original end date Sun, 06/30/2013 - 00:00

Actual end date Fri, 08/02/2013 - 00:00

Did project finish on time? Yes

Total billable hours utilized (if applicable) 406.75

Contract Amounts

Original contract: $34600

Amendments $5500

Contract total $40100

Did project finish within budget? Yes

What was the funding source? state and federal funds

Is this a sole source contract? No

If this was a single source contract, explain why the agency determined there was only a single source for the services (if applicable) na

Evaluator Name Tina Folch

Evaluator Email Address tina.folch@comcast.net

Evaluate the contractor's timeliness Progress was made over the course of the contract in a timely fashion.

Evaluate the contractor's quality The primary contractor, Sharon Gibbons, was great to work with on this project. She was very thorough in her work and creative suggestions.

Evaluate the contractor's cost This contractor had the best value and lowest cost to perform this work.

Evaluate the contractor's overall performance This was the second time DEED has utilized the services of this contractor for a space needs assessment and drafting of preliminary space layouts. I have been very pleased with the outcomes of both engagements.

Would you engage the contractor's services again? Yes

Describe any negative action taken during the duration of this contract (i.e., termination, pursuit of suspension, etc.): none

Please rate the overall experience with the contractor 5 - very satisfied