The proposed bill seeks to modify Contract No. GAGA-2022-C-0385-C with SodexoMagic, LLC, increasing the funding for option year one by $1,998,062.33, raising the total contract amount from $20,132,170.66 to $22,130,232.99. This modification is aimed at supporting food services for 48 school sites, including programs like the Schools Breakfast Program and National School Lunch Program, during the contract period from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. The increase is justified by an expected rise in the number of meals served to the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). The bill also includes updates to the Living Wage rate, which will rise to $17.50 per hour effective July 1, 2024, and to $18.00 per hour effective July 1, 2025.

Additionally, the bill modifies the existing contract to include an increase in the number of schools served in Cluster 9 and updates the requirement for contractors to display a valid DC Basic Business License under the name of DCPS. It revises provisions related to interest penalties under the Quick Payment Act and incorporates various meal pricing structures for different school clusters. The bill emphasizes compliance with federal and local regulations, including the Healthy Schools Act, and mandates that the Food Service Management Company (FSMC) adhere to strict standards regarding food quality, nutritional value, and the use of locally sourced ingredients. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the quality and accountability of food services provided to students while ensuring fiscal responsibility.