The bill seeks to approve Contract No. DCAM-24-CS-RFP-0017 with WKM/HESS, a Joint Venture, for the modernization of the William H. Rumsey Aquatic Center, with a total not-to-exceed amount of $6,195,195.67. This includes an initial letter contract of $950,000 and is intended for the design and initial construction phases of the project, which aims to replace the existing facility with a new two-story center featuring accessible recreation spaces. The contract is structured as a cost-plus fixed fee agreement and is expected to run from January 14, 2025, through April 10, 2028, with substantial completion targeted for December 13, 2027. The contractor, WKM, is a minority-owned business committed to subcontracting a significant portion of the work to certified small business enterprises, ensuring compliance with local business development regulations.

Additionally, the bill outlines various modifications to the contract, including extensions of the contract duration and an increase in the project budget by $8,500,000, raising the total from $23,600,000 to $31,500,000 to cover additional design and construction services. It emphasizes compliance with legal requirements such as the Davis Bacon Act and the Living Wage Act, ensuring fair labor practices. The bill also includes provisions for penalties related to delays, mandates the submission of detailed project documentation, and establishes a framework for managing change orders and payments to subcontractors. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the community's recreational facilities while ensuring accountability, transparency, and adherence to established guidelines throughout the construction process.