The proposed Modification No. M16 to Contract No. CW95405 with Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company seeks to exercise option year four for the dental benefits program provided to District employees, their eligible dependents, and retirees. This modification will extend the contract period from January 11, 2026, through January 10, 2027, with a not-to-exceed amount of $17,231,037. The funding for this contract is based on estimates of enrollment and annual rate reviews, and the District's share of the premiums is certified to be available for the first nine months of 2026, with additional budget authority sought for the remaining months.

The modification includes updates to the price schedule for the dental services provided under the contract, which encompasses both the Dental Health Maintenance Organization (DHMO) and the Dental Preferred Provider Organization (DPPO). The estimated costs for the District's share of the premiums are broken down, with a total contract cost of $17,231,037, which includes both the District's and employees' contributions. The contractor, Cigna, has been confirmed to be current with its District taxes, ensuring compliance with the Clean Hands requirement.