The proposed bill seeks to extend Contract No. DCAM-20-NC-RFP-0013-A8 with RBK Construction, Inc. for an additional year, allowing the company to continue providing on-call facility maintenance and repair services for HVAC systems. The modification sets a not-to-exceed amount of $14,000,000 for the performance period from June 26, 2025, to June 25, 2026. It includes provisions for compliance with the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination Schedule and the District of Columbia Living Wage Act of 2006, which will see the living wage rate increase to $17.50 per hour on January 1, 2025, and to $17.95 per hour on July 1, 2025. The bill also clarifies the definition of "affiliated employee" and outlines exemptions from the Living Wage Act for certain contracts and services.
Additionally, the bill introduces amendments to existing laws regarding administrative procedures, aiming to streamline operations and improve efficiency within government frameworks. It includes new legal language to clarify processes for managing public records and the responsibilities of various agencies, while also deleting outdated or redundant legal language to enhance clarity and understanding of the law. Overall, the bill seeks to modernize administrative procedures while ensuring transparency and accountability in government operations.