The proposed bill seeks to modify Contract No. DCAM-21-CS-RFP-0008B with AMAR Group, LLC, by exercising Option Year 3, which extends the contract period for construction management services from March 25, 2025, to March 24, 2026. The modification sets a not-to-exceed amount of $3,000,000 and includes a guaranteed minimum payment of $50. This adjustment is consistent with the Department of General Services' budget authority and has been certified as legally sufficient, pending Council approval. The contract modification reflects the ongoing need for construction management services within the District and ensures compliance with the Citywide Clean Hands database, confirming that AMAR Group, LLC is current with its District taxes.

Additionally, the bill amends the Living Wage Act of 2006, establishing new living wage rates for employees and subcontractors involved in government contracts and assistance. Effective January 1, 2024, the living wage will be set at $17.05 per hour, increasing to $17.50 per hour on July 1, 2024. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the Department of Employment Services in monitoring compliance and mandates that recipients and subcontractors provide notice to employees regarding their rights under the Living Wage Act. The proposed changes aim to enhance fair compensation for workers and modernize the legal framework to improve accountability and transparency in the regulatory environment.