The proposed bill seeks approval for a contract with Public Consulting Group, LLC (PCG) totaling $1,200,000 to provide Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services for the District's new Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS). The contract, effective for one year with options for four additional years, was awarded following a competitive bidding process. It includes a subcontracting plan that mandates at least 35% of the contract amount, or $420,000, to be subcontracted. The contractor will ensure that various MMIS modules meet federal regulations and Medicaid priorities, with a focus on quality control and risk management. The funding for this contract has been certified as available within the District's Fiscal Year 2025 budget.

Additionally, the bill introduces new definitions and clarifications related to the MMIS, outlines the roles of key personnel, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining federal certification for the MMIS to secure federal funding. It mandates that contractors comply with the First Source Employment Agreement Act, ensuring that at least 51% of new hires are District residents, and includes provisions for timely payments and fair hiring practices. The bill also updates insurance requirements for contractors, clarifies dispute resolution processes, and enhances non-discrimination clauses, aiming to promote local employment, ensure compliance with relevant laws, and maintain service continuity for the District.