The proposed bill seeks to modify Contract No. DCAM-24-NC-RFP-0023 with Universal Protection Services, LLC, to fully exercise option year one for armed and unarmed security guard personnel services, with a not-to-exceed amount of $50 million for the period from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026. The modification includes a guaranteed minimum of $250 and confirms the contractor's compliance with District tax obligations. Additionally, the bill establishes a base period from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with a similar minimum and maximum service value, while also reducing the penal value of payment and performance bonds from 35% to 25%. The total contract value, including the base period and option year, is capped at $100 million.
Furthermore, the bill updates wage determinations for various occupations, reflecting increased pay rates for roles such as Order Clerk I and Automotive Electrician, as well as introducing new wage rates for health sector positions. It amends the Living Wage Act of 2006, mandating that recipients of new contracts or government assistance pay a living wage of $17.50 per hour starting January 1, 2025, increasing to $17.95 per hour on July 1, 2025. The bill outlines exemptions from this requirement and emphasizes compliance with labor laws, including provisions for employee benefits and rights.