The proposed bill seeks to approve Contract No. GAGA-2025-C-0142 with MVS, Inc. for a total of $13,478,554.40, aimed at providing hardware and related services to the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) to maintain a 1:1 student-to-device ratio for grades 3-12 and a 3:1 ratio for pre-K to 2. The contract, which runs from June 2, 2025, to September 30, 2025, was awarded to MVS, Inc. after a competitive bidding process, where they were the sole bidder. The bill also outlines the procurement process for acquiring student and staff devices, ensuring that all devices are new and properly configured upon delivery, and includes provisions for compliance with the Nonprofit Fair Compensation Act, requiring nonprofit organizations to include indirect costs in their rates.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes local employment by mandating that at least 51% of apprentices and trainees under the contract must be District residents and that 35% of the contract's dollar volume must be subcontracted to small business enterprises. It introduces a Fair Criminal Record Screening provision, ensuring that contractors do not inquire about an applicant's criminal history before a conditional job offer. The bill also replaces existing clauses related to non-discrimination and dispute resolution, streamlining processes and enhancing compliance with the District of Columbia Human Rights Act. Notably, it deletes the previous Cost and Pricing Data clause, indicating a shift towards a more efficient contracting process.