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, DC, with a total contract amount of $1,350,000. This includes a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) of $1,116,270, which will increase the initial Not-to-Exceed (NTE) amount of $233,730. The contract is structured as a Cost Plus Fixed Fee and will be funded through monthly progress payments. The selection of SPD Contracting, Inc. followed a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process, where they were identified as the highest-ranked offeror. The bill also emphasizes compliance with local business enterprise regulations, requiring the contractor to subcontract a portion of the work to certified small business enterprises.

Additionally, the bill amends the existing contract to extend the duration of the Letter Contract from June 30, 2025, to August 28, 2025, allowing for project completion while ensuring the Letter Contract merges into the Definitized Contract. It includes a legal sufficiency certification and outlines the responsibilities of the Design-Builder, including adherence to safety, quality control, and project management standards. The bill also establishes economic inclusion requirements, mandating that non-certified business entities subcontract at least 35% of the contract value to small business enterprises, and includes provisions for penalties for non-compliance. Overall, the legislation aims to ensure accountability, transparency, and compliance with established regulations throughout the renovation project.