The bill seeks to approve Contract No. DCAM-25-CS-RFP-0014 with Atmos Solutions, Inc. for the relocation of historic Building 88 on the St. Elizabeths East Campus, with a total not-to-exceed amount of $11,034,688.61. This figure includes an initial letter contract of $950,000 and covers the project's design and preconstruction phases, which involve abatement and demolition services. The contract is structured as a cost-plus fixed fee with a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) and is scheduled to run from January 12, 2026, to March 30, 2027, with an administrative term extending to August 31, 2027. The contractor was selected through a competitive RFP process and has been certified as legally sufficient and compliant with budgetary constraints.
Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of the Design-Builder, including the requirement to maintain insurance, provide key personnel, and adhere to project timelines and quality standards. It emphasizes compliance with various laws, including the Davis Bacon Act and the Living Wage Act, and mandates that a significant portion of subcontracting be allocated to small business enterprises. The bill also introduces provisions for timely payments, penalties for delays, and the ownership of project documents, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the construction process. Overall, the bill aims to formalize the agreement while ensuring compliance with legal and fiscal requirements for the successful execution of the project.