The proposed bill seeks the Council's approval for Contract No. CW126297 with Telecommunications Development Corp, valued at up to $10,000,000 for a one-year term. This contract aims to provide mission-oriented business integrated services to various District agencies under the District of Columbia Supply Schedule (DCSS) program, which facilitates the acquisition of recurring requirements while promoting opportunities for District certified business enterprises (CBEs). The contract includes a minimum order amount of $10.00 and allows for individual task orders with no limit on the number of orders, ensuring competitive pricing based on a federal contract price list. The contract is structured as an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type, with options to extend the term for up to four additional one-year periods.

Additionally, the bill amends the Living Wage Act of 2006, establishing new minimum wage rates for government contract recipients, set to be $17.50 per hour starting January 1, 2025, and increasing to $17.95 per hour on July 1, 2025. It mandates compliance for contractors and subcontractors receiving specified amounts, while outlining exemptions for certain contracts and collective bargaining agreements. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining payroll records and provides mechanisms for employees to report wage violations. Overall, the bill aims to enhance economic well-being for workers and streamline contract management processes within the District's procurement framework.