The proposed Modification No. Nine to Contract No. CFOPD-22-C-004 with Taoti Enterprises, Inc. seeks to exercise Option Year Four, allowing the contractor to continue providing advertising and marketing services for the Office of Lottery and Gaming. This modification is set for a not-to-exceed amount of $9,000,000.00, with the performance period extending from January 4, 2026, to January 3, 2027. The contract aims to enhance brand awareness and promote the sale of game tickets across the DC Lottery's portfolio, which includes traditional lottery and iLottery games. The modification also includes a significant reduction in cost reimbursements from $12,000,000 to $6,952,375.32, while the total not-to-exceed amount for Option Year Four decreases from $14,047,624.68 to $9,000,000.

Additionally, the bill updates the Excluded Parties List, which identifies companies and individuals barred from participating in government contracts due to criminal convictions or legal violations. It includes entities such as Life Deeds, Inc., Highbury Global Group, Inc., and The Nupath Company, with specific reasons for their exclusion noted. The bill also details past excluded parties whose exclusions have been lifted, providing historical context for the enforcement of the list. Overall, the modifications ensure that the contract remains aligned with the District's financial commitments and integrity in government contracting.