The resolution presented to the Council of the District of Columbia seeks approval for a multiyear contract (No. AGR-25-30000342) with Aramark Management Services, LP, to provide essential janitorial environmental cleaning and related services at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and the exterior grounds of the Carnegie Library. The contract is proposed to span from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2030, with a total fixed price of $39,241,788.60. The services covered under this contract include routine cleaning of various areas within the Convention Center, such as loading docks, lobbies, and restrooms, as well as exterior maintenance services for the Carnegie Library, including window cleaning and snow removal.

The resolution emphasizes the urgent need for these services to ensure the cleanliness and safety of the venues, which is critical for the health of employees, clients, and the general public during events. The Council recognizes that immediate action is necessary to prevent any lapse in service, thus classifying the situation as an emergency that requires adoption after a single reading. The resolution is designed to facilitate the timely approval and payment authorization for the contract with Aramark Management Services, LP.