The proposed Modification No. M0002 to Contract No. DCCB-2020-C-0020 with Edelson, PC seeks to exercise the first option period for the contract, which will extend the period of performance from May 5, 2025, through May 4, 2027. The modification allows Edelson, PC to continue providing legal services to the Office of the Attorney General in its litigation against JUUL Labs, Inc. and potential litigation against other e-cigarette manufacturers. The total not-to-exceed amount for this option period is set at $55,000,000.
Additionally, the modification includes updates to the contract's administrative details, such as the names and contact information of the contracting officer and contract administrator. It also incorporates updated wage determinations and living wage requirements as per the D.C. Living Wage Act of 2006. All other terms and conditions of the original contract remain unchanged.