The bill seeks to approve modifications to Contract No. DCAM-20-NC-RFP-0013-A3 with Als Twin Air, LLC, allowing the exercise of option year five for on-call facility maintenance and repair services, specifically for HVAC systems. The total not-to-exceed amount for this modification is set at $14,000,000, with a guaranteed minimum of $250, and the contract's performance period will extend from June 26, 2025, through June 25, 2026. The bill also includes a certification that Als Twin Air, LLC is current with its District taxes and confirms that the proposed modification is within the appropriated budget authority for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. Additionally, the bill modifies the contract to extend the period of Option Year Five from June 26, 2025, through July 15, 2025, at no additional cost, while exercising the remaining portion of OY5.
Furthermore, the bill emphasizes compliance with the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination and the District of Columbia Living Wage Act of 2006 throughout the option period. It establishes a living wage requirement, setting the wage at $17.50 per hour from January 1, 2025, until June 30, 2025, and increasing it to $17.95 per hour starting July 1, 2025, for contracts valued at $100,000 or more. The bill outlines exemptions for certain contracts and employees, while the Department of Employment Services is tasked with monitoring compliance and reporting violations. Overall, the bill aims to ensure fair compensation for workers engaged in government contracts and maintain continuity in facility maintenance services.