The proposed bill seeks the Council's approval for a sole source contract with Rivian, LLC, amounting to $3,466,425 for the provision of electric pickup trucks and a large electric vehicle for the District Department of Transportation (DDOT). The contract is set for a one-year term and aims to support daily operations and emergency transportation needs for DDOT personnel. The decision to pursue a sole source contract stems from the lack of competitive bids received during previous solicitations, with Rivian identified as the only firm capable of meeting the District's specifications for electric vehicles.

Additionally, the bill includes a certification that the contract is within the appropriated budget authority for the agency and has been deemed legally sufficient by the Office of the Attorney General. Notably, the District Department of Small and Local Business Development granted a waiver to the subcontracting requirement, eliminating the need for a subcontracting plan. The contract aligns with the District's goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote zero-emission transportation, as outlined in the Multi-State Medium and Heavy Duty Zero Emission Vehicle Memorandum of Understanding.