The bill seeks to approve Contract No. DCAM-22-AE-RFP-0001 with Shinberg Levinas Architectural Design, Inc. for professional design services for the new Metropolitan Police Department 7th District Headquarters at 2455 Alabama Avenue SE, with a total contract value of $1,952,600. This amount includes an initial letter contract of $990,000. The project is expected to be substantially completed by August 13, 2027, and the contractor, a certified Small Business Enterprise, was selected through a competitive Request for Proposals process. The contract encompasses a comprehensive range of architectural and engineering services aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, energy performance, and security of the facility, while ensuring compliance with budgetary and legal standards.

Additionally, the bill outlines various requirements for the contractor, including insurance obligations, subcontracting goals for certified small business enterprises, and workforce participation mandates for District residents. It emphasizes the importance of timely payments and compliance with the Buy American Act, while also establishing accountability measures for hiring practices and economic inclusion. The bill ensures that the District retains ownership of project documents and mandates compliance with relevant laws, including the Living Wage Act and the D.C. Apprenticeship Act. Overall, the legislation aims to create a structured framework for the contract's financial and operational aspects, while promoting transparency and ethical conduct in public contracting.