The proposed Modification No. 8 to Contract No. GAGA-2022-C-0385-B with DC Central Kitchen seeks to exercise the third option year of the contract, amounting to $12,165,361.64, for the period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. Under this modification, DC Central Kitchen will continue to provide food services to 24 school sites within school clusters 1 and 10. The services will encompass a range of programs including the Schools Breakfast Program, National School Lunch Program, Summer Food Service Program, Afterschool Supper Program, and others, ensuring comprehensive meal management for students.

The contract modification is consistent with the financial plan and budget adopted in accordance with D.C. Official Code, and the proposed contractor is confirmed to be current with its District taxes as per the Citywide Clean Hands Database. The modification does not introduce any new legal language or delete existing language from current law, but it formalizes the continuation of services under the existing contract terms.