The proposed bill seeks to modify existing contracts for janitorial and related supplemental services, specifically exercising option year three with Superior Services & Associates, Inc. for a total not-to-exceed amount of $1,714,441.00, covering the period from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026. This modification includes routine maintenance, operations, and deep-cleaning services, and aligns with the financial plan for Fiscal Year 2026. The contractor is required to comply with the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination Schedule and the District of Columbia Living Wage Act of 2008, ensuring fair compensation for workers. The bill also includes a release clause protecting the Department from claims related to the contract modifications and sets a ceiling for cost reimbursements for supplemental services at $250,000.00.

Additionally, the bill amends the Living Wage Act of 2006, establishing a new living wage rate of $17.50 per hour effective January 1, 2025, increasing to $17.95 per hour on July 1, 2025, for contracts valued at $100,000 or more. It outlines exemptions from this requirement for certain contracts and mandates that recipients provide notice of wage requirements to employees while maintaining payroll records for three years. The bill also updates wage determinations for various occupations, introducing new rates for positions such as Accounting Clerk II and III, while deleting rates for roles like Customer Service Representative I and Dishwasher. These changes aim to modernize wage standards and ensure fair compensation in line with current market conditions.