The proposed bill establishes a contract between the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) and Transfinder Corporation for an Officer Patrol GPS Tracking Software System, valued at $134,250 over two years. The first year of the contract is set at $70,000, with an option for the second year costing $64,250. The procurement process was conducted through a Request for Proposal (RFP) to ensure competitive bidding, and Transfinder was selected based on their qualifications and commitment to DCHA's requirements, including economic opportunities for low-income residents. The contract is funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and does not utilize local funds, thereby exempting it from certain local subcontracting requirements.
The bill outlines the responsibilities of Transfinder, including delivering a mobile web-based platform with project management support, user training, and 24-hour technical assistance. It emphasizes DCHA's ownership of all work products and proprietary information generated under the contract, along with provisions for contract termination and dispute resolution. Additionally, the bill mandates that the contractor indemnifies DCHA and HUD from claims arising from their performance and specifies insurance requirements that the contractor must maintain. Overall, the bill aims to enhance safety and monitoring capabilities for DCHA properties while ensuring compliance with federal and local regulations.