The proposed Modification No. M02 to Contract No. DCAM-21-NC-RFQ-0002W1 with Star Enterprise, Inc. seeks to extend the contract for an additional year, from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with a maximum budget of $10,000,000. This modification allows the contractor to continue providing essential maintenance and repair services for municipal and D.C. Public School facilities, including emergency response and preventative maintenance. The contract is structured as an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement, ensuring flexibility in service delivery. The modification also includes a guaranteed minimum of $50 and has been certified as legally sufficient, adhering to the appropriated budget authority.

Additionally, the bill updates wage determinations for various occupations, ensuring fair compensation in fields such as computer operations and instructional roles. The living wage will be set at $17.50 per hour starting January 1, 2025, increasing to $17.95 per hour on July 1, 2025, for contractors and recipients of government assistance valued at $100,000 or more. Exemptions to the living wage requirement are outlined, including contracts subject to higher federal wage determinations and collective bargaining agreements. The bill emphasizes compliance with the Home Care Final Rule and mandates that recipients provide notice to employees about their rights under the Living Wage Act, maintaining payroll records for at least three years.