The bill proposes a contract between the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) and CDW Government LLC for the continuation and expansion of UDC's Salesforce Education Cloud initiative, specifically for Phase III of the project. Valued at $1,800,000, the contract will be effective from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, and includes a monthly fixed payment structure. The scope of work encompasses professional technology consulting, implementation, integration, and managed services aimed at enhancing various aspects of the student lifecycle, including recruitment, admissions, and alumni engagement. Coastal Cloud LLC will serve as the implementation partner, and the contract is designed to ensure collaboration with UDC stakeholders while adhering to cooperative purchasing guidelines.

Additionally, the bill outlines the necessary approvals required from the Board of Trustees and the Council of the District of Columbia due to the contract's value exceeding one million dollars. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining continuity with the existing implementation team to leverage institutional knowledge and minimize operational disruptions. The contract also includes provisions for performance standards, compliance with relevant laws, and the potential for additional services on a time-and-materials basis, ensuring that UDC's strategic initiatives for service excellence and marketing are effectively supported.