The resolution presented by Mayor Muriel Bowser seeks the Council of the District of Columbia's approval for several modifications to Contract No. CW98887 with Great American Corporation, which provides ready-to-eat meals and supplements for the Department of Aging and Community Living's meal delivery program. The proposed modifications, numbered 15 through 18, involve extending the contract's performance period and increasing the not-to-exceed amount to $4,841,171.40 for the period from November 16, 2024, to May 15, 2025. The emergency declaration is necessary to authorize payment for goods and services already received and to ensure the continuation of these essential services.

The resolution outlines the specific modifications made to the contract, including extensions of performance periods and adjustments to pricing schedules. It emphasizes the urgency of the situation, as the modifications will increase the contract's value beyond $1 million, necessitating Council approval under the District of Columbia Home Rule Act. The Mayor urges prompt action from the Council to facilitate the ongoing provision of vital meal services to the community.