The proposed bill seeks approval from the Council of the District of Columbia for Contract No. DCKA-2025-C-0024 with Capitol Paving of DC, Inc., for a total amount not to exceed $17,847,643.40. This contract is part of the DC Power Line Undergrounding Program, specifically for the civil construction of feeder 15021, and has a performance period of 840 consecutive calendar days. Capitol Paving, which was selected as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder through an Invitation for Bid process, will self-perform 96.60% of the contract's total dollar volume, subcontracting only 3.40% to another certified business enterprise. The contract has been certified for legal sufficiency and is within the agency's appropriated budget authority for the fiscal year.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure compliance with various employment and contracting regulations, such as requiring that at least 35% of the contract's dollar volume be subcontracted for contracts exceeding $250,000. It mandates that contractors submit a subcontracting plan and emphasizes the importance of local business participation to promote economic development. The bill also outlines insurance requirements for contractors, including various types of coverage and conditions, and establishes a clear process for dispute resolution between contractors and the District. Overall, the legislation aims to ensure accountability, compliance, and the promotion of local employment and businesses throughout the project's execution.