The proposed bill seeks to modify Contract No. CW99623 with Qlarant Quality Solutions, Inc. to exercise option year three, which will extend the contract period from August 7, 2025, through August 6, 2026, for a total amount of $1,916,454.18. This modification allows Qlarant to continue providing external quality review services for the District's Managed Care Organizations, Prepaid Inpatient Health Plan, Prepaid Ambulatory Health Plan, and Primary Care Case Management. The contract amount for this option period reflects an increase due to inflationary factors affecting rising costs.

The contract modification is supported by a certification from the Department of Health Care Finance, confirming that the funding is available within the appropriated budget for Fiscal Year 2025. The Citywide Clean Hands database indicates that Qlarant is current with its District taxes, ensuring compliance with local regulations. The modification maintains all other terms and conditions of the original contract, which remains unchanged and in full force.