The proposed Modification No. M017 to Contract No. DCHBX-2023-C-0001 with Maximus US Services, Inc. seeks to exercise Option Year Four, allowing the contractor to continue providing operational support for the Exchange Contact Center. This modification is valued at $5,300,000.00 and will cover the period from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. The contract is structured as a fixed-price agreement with equitable adjustments, ensuring that the contractor is compensated fairly for the services rendered.

Additionally, the modification includes a certification that Maximus is current with its District taxes, as indicated by the Citywide Clean Hands database. The funding for this contract modification has been certified as available within the appropriated budget authority for Fiscal Year 2027, ensuring that the financial resources are in place to support the contract's execution. The modification is contingent upon approval by the Council of the District of Columbia, as required by relevant procurement laws.