The bill seeks to approve a contract between the Washington Convention and Sports Authority (Events DC) and Siemens Industry, Inc. for Fire and Life Safety Services at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The contract, numbered AGR-25-30000344, is set to run from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with a maximum value of $1,053,142.00. Services covered under this agreement include routine maintenance, emergency repairs for fire and life safety systems, and the replacement of Variable Air Volume (VAV) units, among others. The contract was awarded without a competitive solicitation process, leveraging a General Services Administration (GSA) Supply Schedule contract, and has been deemed essential for maintaining safety and operational efficiency at the Convention Center.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific approval requirements for services exceeding certain financial thresholds, mandating prior approval from the Authority's Operations Committee for amounts over $250,000, and requiring the Authority's Board of Directors and the District of Columbia City Council's approval for amounts exceeding $500,000 and $1,000,000, respectively. The agreement also includes detailed provisions regarding invoicing, payment terms, and confidentiality obligations, ensuring compliance with wage determinations set by the U.S. Department of Labor and safeguarding proprietary information shared during the contract's execution.