The proposed Modification No. M017 to Contract No. CW91987 with Conduent State Healthcare, LLC seeks to exercise the first option year of the contract, allowing for continued operations and maintenance of the Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) for the District of Columbia. The modification is set for a not-to-exceed amount of $3,280,859.28, covering the period from February 1, 2026, through March 31, 2026. This extension will enable Conduent to enhance the MMIS by implementing current information technology solutions and ensuring compliance with federal requirements mandated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

The contract modification includes a detailed price schedule, outlining specific services and their associated costs, such as MMIS operations and maintenance, turnover activities, and rebate operational staff. The total for the extension is capped at $3,280,859.28, which is consistent with the District's financial plan and budget for Fiscal Year 2026. The Office of the Chief Financial Officer has certified that the necessary funding is available and that the contractor is current with its District taxes, ensuring compliance with the Clean Hands requirement.