The proposed Modification No. M08 to Contract No. DCAM-20-NC-RFP-0013-A1 with A & E Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC seeks to extend the contract for on-call facility maintenance and repair services related to HVAC systems for an additional year, from June 26, 2025, to June 25, 2026. The modification allows for a not-to-exceed amount of $14,000,000, with a guaranteed minimum order value of $250. The contractor will continue to provide essential services, including HVAC repairs and emergency response, while complying with the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination Schedule and the District of Columbia Living Wage Act of 2006. The bill also includes a release clause waiving claims against the Department related to delays or additional costs arising from this modification.

Additionally, the bill amends the Living Wage Act of 2006, establishing a living wage rate of $17.50 per hour from January 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025, and increasing it to $17.95 per hour starting July 1, 2025. It clarifies the definition of "affiliated employee" and outlines exemptions from the Living Wage Act for certain contracts and agreements. The bill also proposes new legal language to enhance resource management and accountability within government departments, while deleting outdated provisions that may impede effective execution. Overall, the bill aims to improve operational efficiency and public service delivery while ensuring compliance with current standards.