The bill proposes modifications to Contract No. DCAM-21-CS-RFP-0008A with AECOM Technical Services, Inc., allowing the exercise of the remainder of option year three for construction management services, with a not-to-exceed amount of $3,000,000 and a performance period from April 26, 2025, to April 25, 2026. The modification ensures that AECOM continues to provide services for various facilities within the Department of General Services (DGS) real estate portfolio. It also includes a certification confirming AECOM's compliance with District tax obligations and the Citywide Clean Hands requirement. The bill maintains that all terms and conditions of the original contract remain unchanged, except for the specified modifications.
Additionally, the bill outlines requirements for contractors regarding subcontracting plans, compliance reporting, and employment practices, mandating that at least 51% of apprentices and trainees must be District residents. It incorporates provisions from the Living Wage Act of 2006, establishing a living wage rate of $16.50 per hour effective January 1, 2023, increasing to $17.00 per hour on July 1, 2023. The bill also emphasizes the importance of hiring local residents, fair labor practices, and compliance with various labor laws, while detailing the responsibilities of contractors in managing construction services and ensuring transparency and accountability in the contracting process.