The proposed bill seeks approval for Contract No. CW120781 with Public Consulting Group, LLC (PCG) for $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 extensions, was awarded following a competitive bidding process. It includes provisions for subcontracting, requiring at least 35% of the contract amount to be allocated to local, small, or disadvantaged business enterprises, in compliance with the Small, Local, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act. The bill also certifies PCG's financial stability and tax compliance, ensuring that the contractor is current with all obligations to the District and federal authorities.

Additionally, the bill introduces significant amendments to existing contract provisions, including the deletion of the previous Article 35 regarding District Residents New Hires Requirements, replaced by compliance with the First Source Employment Agreement Act for contracts valued at $300,000 or more. It mandates that contractors hire at least 51% District residents and outlines penalties for non-compliance. The bill also establishes new insurance requirements for contractors, including cyber liability and Employment Practices Liability coverage, and introduces a structured process for dispute resolution between contractors and the District. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance local hiring, support small businesses, and ensure compliance with employment and subcontracting standards while promoting accountability and clarity in contractual relationships.