The bill proposes Modification No. 3 to Contract No. DCAM-22-CS-RFQ-0001A with Bennett Group, Inc., extending the contract's performance period from May 2, 2025, to May 1, 2026, with a not-to-exceed amount of $20,000,000 for construction services at various public facilities. The modification includes a guaranteed minimum value of $50 and confirms that the contractor is current with District taxes. All other terms of the original contract remain unchanged, ensuring continuity while allowing necessary adjustments to meet the District's construction needs. Additionally, the bill establishes a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) for construction projects, allowing the contractor to be pre-qualified for various projects related to District Public Schools and the Department of Parks and Recreation, with a total value capped at $15 million.

The bill outlines comprehensive requirements for contractors, including the necessity for competitive bidding, submission of detailed project schedules, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. It emphasizes the importance of subcontracting to small business enterprises (SBEs) and mandates that at least 35% of contracts over $250,000 be subcontracted to qualified SBEs unless a waiver is granted. The legislation also reinforces local hiring requirements, stipulating that at least 51% of new hires for contracts valued at $300,000 or more must be District residents. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for compliance with the Living Wage Act, ensuring fair labor practices, and establishes penalties for non-compliance, aiming to enhance economic inclusion and accountability in the contracting process.