The proposed bill seeks to modify Contract No. CFOPD-20-C-014 with Fidelity Information Services, LLC, allowing for a one-year extension at a cost not to exceed $2,686,213.00. This extension will enable Fidelity to continue providing Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) services for the Human Services Benefit programs managed by the District of Columbia Department of Human Services, with the performance period set from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026. The bill also includes a certification that the contractor is current with its District taxes, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

In addition to the contract modification, the bill introduces new legal language to update regulations regarding the exclusion of parties from contracting opportunities based on criminal convictions, focusing on the nature and recency of such convictions. It aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the contracting process while removing certain legal language that allowed broader interpretations of eligibility. Furthermore, the bill approves a waiver of the 35% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) subcontracting requirement for the EBT services contract due to insufficient market capacity, emphasizing the need for compliance with D.C. Code sections related to subcontracting and ensuring proper documentation for future contracts. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen the integrity of the contracting process while allowing necessary financial adjustments to the existing contract.