The "Multiyear Contract No. AGR-25-30000342 with Aramark Management Services, LP Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025" seeks to authorize a multi-year contract with Aramark Management Services, LP for janitorial and environmental cleaning services at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and the Carnegie Library. The contract, which will run from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2030, has a total fixed price of $39,241,788.60. It mandates that 35% of the contract work be allocated to local, small, and disadvantaged businesses, and at least 51% of new hires must be District residents. The bill also requires the contractor to implement a Green Cleaning Plan and maintain high cleanliness standards comparable to a four-star hotel, ensuring compliance with various health and safety regulations.
The legislation emphasizes the urgency of the contract's approval to prevent any disruption in services, particularly during events. It overrides certain procurement requirements to expedite the process and requires the Council's approval under the Home Rule Act. The bill includes provisions for the contractor's responsibilities, including maintaining cleanliness, snow removal, and compliance with OSHA standards, while also detailing financial obligations and the approval process for service amounts exceeding specified thresholds. The act will take effect immediately upon approval by the Mayor or following a potential override of a mayoral veto, highlighting the immediate need for these services to uphold public health and safety standards at the venues.