The proposed bill seeks the Council's approval for a contract with SPD Contracting, Inc. for the renovation of the Woody Ward Baseball Field in Washington, D.C., with a total contract value of $1,350,000. This includes a previously established letter contract amount of $233,730. The contract will provide design-build services, with a substantial completion date set for September 15, 2025, and is structured as a Cost Plus Fixed Fee with a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP). The selection of SPD Contracting, Inc. followed a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process, and the contractor is required to meet specific performance standards, including subcontracting a portion of the work to certified small businesses.

Additionally, the bill proposes amendments to D.C. Official Code 1-1163.34a, clarifying the certification process for contractors and establishing that those not found in violation will not face future penalties. It also introduces stricter penalties for employers with repeated violations, including potential debarment for two or more violations within ten years. The bill emphasizes the importance of compliance with local laws and includes provisions for an appeal process for penalties. Furthermore, it outlines the fiscal sufficiency certification for the contract, necessitating Council approval due to its value exceeding $1 million, and specifies that certain items within the contract are ineligible for capital expenditure, requiring a reverse capital paygo to operating reprogramming for future fiscal years.