The proposed resolution, titled the Multiyear Contract No. CW126113 with Science Applications International Corporation Emergency Approval Resolution of 2025, seeks the Council's approval for a contract valued at up to $40,000,000. This contract will enable Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) to provide essential equipment and services to support the District's information and communications technology infrastructure. The contract is structured as a two-year requirements contract, with a fixed price and time & material components, and is intended to ensure the successful completion of critical projects for the District government. The procurement process involved issuing a Request for Direct Order to 59 Alliant Governmentwide Acquisition Contract holders, with SAIC being the sole respondent.

The bill outlines a comprehensive framework for the maintenance and management of the District's optical fiber network, which includes over 700 sites and approximately 700 miles of optical fiber cable. It specifies the responsibilities of the contractor, including the provision of all necessary staff, equipment, and vehicles for both planned and unplanned maintenance. The contractor is required to perform various tasks such as dead work splicing, preventive maintenance, and emergency response to outages, ensuring that the network remains operational and meets industry standards. Additionally, the bill introduces new legal language regarding the maintenance costs for optical fiber cables, specifying a monthly maintenance cost and supplemental crew costs for cable splicing, aiming to streamline processes and clarify financial implications. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the District's optical fiber infrastructure while providing a clear financial framework for these activities.