Agency TRANSPORTATION DEPT

Contractor Z Companies, Inc. dba Zan Associates

SWIFT Contract Number 191103

Project Name BMP for Using Social Media for Local Agencies

Project Number (if applicable) 1045146

Summarize purpose of the contract, including why it was necessary: The objective of this research was to identify best practices for social media use by local units of government for public
communication about transportation infrastructure and community development projects. This research documented best
practices and lessons learned by public agencies regarding all aspects of social media. It provided guidance to agencies on
what technology and tools are available and how to use and implement best practices in their usage of social media for public
works communication. It was necessary to enter into a contract to use the expertise of an organization that understood the
scope of work required.

Project Duration

Start Date Mon, 03/29/2021 - 00:00

Original end date Tue, 05/31/2022 - 00:00

Actual end date Fri, 12/02/2022 - 00:00

Did project finish on time? Yes

Total billable hours utilized (if applicable) {Empty}

Contract Amounts

Original contract: $42762.51

Amendments {Empty}

Contract total $42762.51

Did project finish within budget? Yes

What was the funding source? State Aid

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) {Empty}

Evaluator Name Sindt,Matthew George

Evaluator Email Address Matthew.Sindt@state.mn.us

Evaluate the contractor's timeliness On time

Evaluate the contractor's quality Excellent

Evaluate the contractor's cost Reasonable and accurate

Evaluate the contractor's overall performance good

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.): {Empty}

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