The proposed bill seeks to modify Contract No. DCAM-23-NC-RFP-0009A with Embarq Solutions, LLC to exercise Option Year Three (OY3) for City-Wide Comprehensive Janitorial and Related Supplemental Services. This modification extends the contract period from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, with a not-to-exceed amount of $1,612,421.63. The services provided will include routine maintenance, operations, and comprehensive janitorial services, while ensuring compliance with the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination and the District of Columbia Living Wage Act. The total contract value for all periods, including the base period and three option years, amounts to $5,388,406.32.

Additionally, the bill amends the Living Wage Act of 2006, establishing a minimum wage of $17.50 per hour effective January 1, 2025, which will increase to $17.95 per hour on July 1, 2025. This requirement applies to contracts valued at $100,000 or more and government assistance of the same amount, with specific thresholds for subcontractors. The bill clarifies the definition of "affiliated employee" and outlines exemptions from the Living Wage Act, while emphasizing the importance of reporting non-compliance to the appropriate authorities. Overall, the legislation aims to ensure fair compensation for workers involved in government contracts and assistance programs in the District of Columbia.