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, was awarded following a competitive bidding process, with PCG being the lowest responsive bidder. It includes a subcontracting plan that mandates at least 35% of the total contract amount, or $420,000, to be subcontracted. The contractor will be responsible for ensuring compliance with federal regulations and Medicaid priorities while implementing various MMIS modules, including the Clinical Case Management System and the Pharmacy Benefit Management System.

Significant changes in the bill include the deletion of Article 35 regarding the 51% District Residents New Hires Requirements, replaced with a requirement for compliance with the First Source Employment Agreement Act for contracts valued at $300,000 or more. The bill also emphasizes the contractor's obligations to provide reasonable accommodations for pregnant workers and prohibits discrimination against unemployed individuals in hiring practices. Additionally, it introduces new provisions for subcontractor payments, non-discrimination, and continuity of services, ensuring that contractors maintain a drug-free workplace and adhere to specific responsibilities regarding employee drug use. Overall, the bill aims to enhance accountability, promote fair employment practices, and streamline the payment process for contractors.