The proposed bill seeks the Council's approval for Contract No. DCKA-2025-C-0019 with Capitol Underground Partners (CUP) for a total not-to-exceed amount of $11,352,171.60, aimed at providing program management services for the District of Columbia Power Line Undergrounding (DC PLUG) program over a two-year period. The contract is structured as an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement, with options for additional funding in subsequent years. CUP, a tri-venture of experienced architect-engineer firms, will oversee various program management activities, including engineering oversight and environmental management, while committing to subcontract approximately 35% of the total contract value to local businesses.

The bill also outlines the responsibilities of the Program Management Consultant (PMC), which include developing a comprehensive program management plan, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining high standards of quality in deliverables. It establishes clear guidelines for invoicing, payment processes, and the management of subcontractor payments, emphasizing timely payments and the prohibition of declaring defaults without prior agreements on additional work. Additionally, the bill introduces amendments to enhance non-discrimination clauses and requires contractors to disclose potential conflicts of interest. Overall, these provisions aim to improve transparency, accountability, and fairness in the contracting processes related to the DC PLUG initiative.