The proposed bill seeks approval for Contract No. DCAM-24-CS-RFP-0032 with MCN Build, Inc. for the modernization of Chisholm Elementary School, with a total not-to-exceed amount of $2,767,639, which includes an initial amount of $995,000. The contract covers the design and preconstruction phase of the project, which is expected to be completed in two phases, with substantial completion targeted for July 14, 2028. The selection of MCN Build, Inc. followed a competitive Request for Proposals process, and the contractor is recognized for its strong track record and local business certification. The bill emphasizes the importance of the contract being within budget and legally sufficient, with no pending legal claims against the contractor.

Additionally, the bill outlines several key provisions, including compliance with the Living Wage Act and the Nonprofit Fair Compensation Act of 2020, which requires nonprofit organizations to include indirect costs in their rates. The contractor must also negotiate a Project Labor Agreement with local unions and is obligated to pay nonprofit subcontractors the same indirect cost rates as prime contractors. The bill includes stipulations for electronic invoicing, ownership of project documents, penalties for late deliverables, and the right for the Department of General Services to terminate the contract for convenience. A significant change in key personnel is noted, with a new project manager for the architectural team, and the contractor agrees to release the Department from claims related to delays or additional costs arising from this modification.