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, valued at $39,241,788.60, is set to begin on October 1, 2025, and will last until September 30, 2030. It includes provisions for local economic support, requiring 35% participation from local, small, and disadvantaged businesses, and mandates that at least 51% of new hires for the contract be District residents. The bill emphasizes the urgency of the approval to ensure continuity of services and compliance with the Authority's budget.

The legislation outlines comprehensive responsibilities for the contractor, including maintaining cleanliness in high-traffic areas, implementing a Quality Control Program, and adhering to environmentally sound practices. It mandates the submission of a Green Cleaning Plan and requires compliance with OSHA standards. The bill also specifies financial terms, including a minimum capital investment by the contractor and detailed approval processes for service amounts exceeding certain thresholds. The Council is acting under emergency circumstances to expedite the approval process, allowing for a single reading, and the bill will take effect upon the Mayor's approval, remaining in effect for no longer than 90 days.