June 30, 2021
The Honorable Phil Mendelson
Chairman
Council of the District of Columbia
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Suite 504
Washington, DC 20004-3003
Dear Chairman Mendelson:
Pursuant to D.C. Official Code 2-352.02, I have enclosed, for consideration by the Council of
the District of Columbia, the Council Contract Summary for the Agreement to Enter into a Long
Term Subsidy Contract (ALTSC) between the District of Columbia Housing Authority
(DCHA) and 1515 North Capitol, LLC (the Owner) and the resolution cited as the Local
Rent Supplement Program Contract No. 2020-LRSP-03A Approval Resolution of 2021.
DCHA proposes to provide a housing subsidy to the Owner in the initial annual amount of
$2,268,000 for a multi-year term of fifteen (15) years, in support of the Districts Local Rent
Supplement Program (LRSP) to provide affordable housing units at 1515 North Capitol Street
Apartments located at 1515 North Capitol Street, NE.
As always, I am available to discuss any questions you may have regarding the proposed LTSC.
In order to facilitate a response to any questions concerning this ALTSC, please have your staff
contact me at (202) 535-1513.
I look forward to your favorable consideration of this proposed ALTSC agreement.
Sincerely,
Brenda Donald
Interim Executive Director, District of Columbia Housing Authority
Enclosures
TG/hg
cc: Nyasha Smith, Secretary to the Council
 Date: June 30, 2021
Pursuant to section 202(c) of the Procurement Practice Reform Act of 2010, as amended, D.C. Official
Code 2-532.02(c), the following contract summary is provided:
COUNCIL CONTRACT SUMMARY
(A) Contract Number: 2020-LRSP-03A
Proposed Contractor: 1515 North Capitol, LLC (the Owner)
Contract Amount (Base Period): $2,268,000 initial annual amount
Unit and Method of Compensation: Housing Assistance Payments, paid monthly
Term of Contract: 15 Years
Type of Contract: Agreement to Enter into a Long-Term Subsidy
Source Selection Method: See D below
(B) For a contract containing option periods, the contract amount for the base period and for
each option period. If the contract amount for one or more of the option periods differs
from the amount for the base period, provide an explanation of the reason for the
difference:
This is a multi-year contract.
(C) The goods or services to be provided, the methods of delivering goods or services, and any
significant program changes reflected in the proposed contract:
Pursuant to D.C. Official Code 2-352.02, I have enclosed, for consideration by the Council of
the District of Columbia, the Council Contract Summary for the Agreement to Enter into a Long
Term Subsidy Contract (ALTSC) between the District of Columbia Housing Authority
(DCHA) and 1515 North Capitol, LLC (the Owner). DCHA proposes to provide a housing
subsidy to the Owner in the initial amount of $2,268,000 annually for a multi-year term of fifteen
(15) years, in support of the Districts Local Rent Supplement Program (LRSP) to provide
affordable housing at 1515 North Capitol Street Apartments located at 1515 North Capitol Street,
NE.
(D) The selection process, including the number of offerors, the evaluation criteria, and the
evaluation results, including price, technical or quality, and past performance components:
In June 2019, the District of Columbias Department of Housing and Community Development
(DHCD) issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) regarding the availability of funds from
multiple district agencies, including DCHA, DHCD, the Department of Behavioral Health, the
Department of Human Services, and the District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency. Of the
total proposals received, certain developers were chosen to work with DCHA and others to
develop affordable housing and permanent supportive housing units for extremely low income
families making zero to thirty percent of the areas median income, as well as the chronically
homeless and individuals with mental or physical disabilities throughout Washington, DC.
After meeting the requirements for DHCD review and LRSP subsidy eligibility, proposals were
evaluated on various underwriting and prioritization criteria including financial feasibility, project
sustainability, development team capacity, amount of capital requested, nonprofit participation,
and furtherance of the development of affordable housing. Additionally, DCHA has determined
 that the proposed project meets the District of Columbias Consolidated Plan and the Mayors
goal for providing affordable housing opportunities in neighborhoods.
(E) A description of any bid protest related to the award of the contract, including whether the
protest was resolved through litigation, withdrawal of the protest by the protestor, or
voluntary corrective action by the District. Include the identity of the protestor, the grounds
alleged in the protest, and any deficiencies identified by the District as a result of the
protest:
None.
(F) The background and qualifications of the proposed contractor, including its organization,
financial stability, personnel, and performance on past or current government or private
sector contracts with requirements similar to those of the proposed contract:
1515 North Capitol Street Apts With an expected 24-month schedule, the scope of work for
1515 North Capitol includes the razing of the four existing townhomes and excavation of the site
prior to the construction of the 14-story concrete building, providing long-term supportive
housing for 136 single adults, as well as three units for staff; all units will be fully furnished. In
addition to the buildings entrance and public areas, at least 15% of the units will be fully
accessible. The building will meet Green Communities 2015 and take advantage of the green
efficiency opportunities available to a large, new construction facility; high efficiency lighting
fixtures, HVAC systems, and appliances will be selected. The project will utilize low flow
plumbing fixtures to conserve water usage. A green roof system will reduce the heat island effect
and contribute to the sites storm water management.
Building amenities will include a computer lab, bicycle parking, classroom, fitness room, and
shared laundry rooms on each floor. A large community room with full kitchen, social room, and
shared lounges will provide ample space for resident socialization and recreation. The buildings
penthouse level will be dedicated to additional social space for residents and will include a
lounge, dining room with kitchen, and roof deck.
As is the case with all SOME properties, SOME staff will be located at the building full time to
provide supportive services and case management. The property will include three staff offices,
community room, and computer lab. In addition to personal and group case management, these
spaces will be used to host various events that are of special interest to the residents, such as
Certified Addiction Counselors, Nutritionists for healthier eating and cooking lessons, Financial
Advisors for debt repayment and tips on saving, Grief Counselors, etc. SOME plans to have a
Property Manager on-site to oversee daily operations pertaining to rent and leasing, maintenance
and upkeep of the property, performing administrative tasks, and adhering to SOMEs housing
policies. Other Program Staff will include:
Health and Wellness Coordinator: provides interactive health education workshops, resources,
and support that empowers residents to make healthier lifestyle choices. Night Managers:
provide crisis intervention, life skills workshops, recovery coaching, and provides safety and
security of the building during evening hours. Single Adult Housing also offers a variety of
support services to the residents at each site to meet the diverse needs of the residential
population. Residents must commit to engaging in goal agreements as part of programming. We
offer Needs Assessment, Service Coordination and Case Management, Social Engagement
Activities, Resident Rights and Advocacy, Health and Wellness Activities, Budgeting and
Financial Literacy, Education Groups, Critical Time/ Crisis Intervention Strategies, Recovery and
Sobriety Services, Housing Transition Assistance, and Clinical coordination/case management.
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 Residents of 1515 North Capitol will also have access to the SOME Center for Employment
Training or CET. 1515 North Capitol residents can either request a referral from the Service
Coordinator or schedule an appointment with CET staff for an orientation session and to learn
about enrollment. Other services include our health care services in our Medical Clinic, Dental
Clinic and Eye Clinic. SOME also offers case management in the Behavioral Health Clinic, as
well as, individual and group counseling for clients. Aftercare will work with individuals in
recovery to help maintain their sobriety. Finally, Isaiah House which is a daytime mental health
program for adults with severe mental illness will be available, if necessary, for the residents of
1515 North Capitol.
(G) A summary of the subcontracting plan required under section 2346 of the Small, Local, and
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act of 2005, as amended,
D.C. Official Code 2-218.01 et seq. (Act), including a certification that the
subcontracting plan meets the minimum requirements of the Act and the dollar volume of
the portion of the contract to be subcontracted, expressed both in total dollars and as a
percentage of the total contract amount:
Not applicable.
(H) Performance standards and the expected outcome of the proposed amount:
The housing subsidy shall be used solely to support housing costs associated with the affordable
housing units at 1515 North Capitol Street Apartments located at 1515 North Capitol Street, NE
in support of the Districts Local Rent Supplement Program (LRSP). The project is consistent
with the Districts goal of increasing affordable housing, especially among low-to-moderate
income residents and preserving existing affordable housing opportunities in the District.
Additionally, the Owner is required to fulfill all conditions as set forth in the ALTSC Agreement
within the agreed upon time frames. Failure to fulfill the terms of the ALTSC Agreement will
constitute default.
(I) The amount and date of any expenditure of fund by the District pursuant to the contract
prior to its submission to the Council for approval:
None.
(J) A certification that the proposed contract is within the appropriated budget authority for
the agency for the fiscal year and is consistent with the financial plan and budget adopted in
accordance with D.C. Official Code 47-392.01 and 47-392.02:
CFO Certifications are attached.
(K) A certification that the contract is legally sufficient, including whether the proposed
contractor has any pending legal claims against the District:
Legal Sufficiency Memo is attached.
(L) A certification that Citywide Clean Hands database indicates that the proposed contractor is
current with its District taxes. If the citywide clean hands Database indicates that the
proposed contractor is not current with District taxes, either: (1) a certification that the
contractor has worked out and is current with a payment schedule approved by the
District; or 92) a certification that the contractor will be current with its District taxes after
the District recovers any outstanding debt as provided under D.C. Official Code
2-353.01(b):
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 Clean Hands certification is attached
(M) A certification from the proposed contractor that it is current with its federal taxes, or has
worked out and is current with a payment schedule approved by the federal government:
Federal Tax Certification is attached.
(N) The status of the proposed contractor as a certified local, small, or disadvantaged business
enterprise as defined in the Small, Local, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
Development and Assistance Act of 2005, as amended; D.C. Official Code 2-218.01 et seq.:
1515 North Capitol, LLC is not certified as a local, small, or disadvantaged business enterprise.
(O) Other aspects of the proposed contract that the Chief Procurement Officer considers
significant:
Not applicable.
(P) A statement indicating whether the proposed contractor is currently debarred from
providing services or goods to the District or federal government:
Included in the Legal Sufficiency Memo, attached.
(Q) Any determination and findings issue relating to the contracts formation, including any
determination and findings under D.C. Official Code 2-352.05 (privatization contracts):
None.
(R) Where the contract, any amendments or modifications, if executed, will be made available
online:
The contract will be made available on the DCHA website.
(S) Where the original solicitation, and any amendment or modifications, will be made
available online:
Original solicitation was published 6/28/19 and extended through 9/30/19. See link:
http://dhcd.dc.gov/service/rfps-rfas-sfos.
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 Government of the District of Columbia
Office of the Chief Financial Officer 1101 4th Street, SW
Office of Tax and Revenue Washington, DC 20024
Date of Notice: May 12, 2021 Notice Number: L0005587950
1515 NORTH CAPITOL LLC FEIN: **-***9814
71 O ST NW Case ID: 812636
WASHINGTON DC 20001-1258
CERTIFICATE OF CLEAN HANDS
As reported in the Clean Hands system, the above referenced individual/entity has no outstanding
CO
liability with the District of Columbia Office of Tax and Revenue or the Department of Employment
Services. As of the date above, the individual/entity has complied with DC Code 47-2862, therefore
this Certificate of Clean Hands is issued.
TITLE 47. TAXATION, LICENSING, PERMITS, ASSESSMENTS, AND FEES
CHAPTER 28 GENERAL LICENSE
SUBCHAPTER II. CLEAN HANDS BEFORE RECEIVING A LICENSE OR PERMIT
D.C. CODE 47-2862 (2006)
PY
47-2862 PROHIBITION AGAINST ISSUANCE OF LICENSE OR PERMIT
Authorized By Marc Aronin
Chief, Collection Division
To validate this certificate, please visit MyTax.DC.gov. On the MyTax DC homepage, click the
Validate a Certificate of Clean Hands hyperlink under the Clean Hands section.
1101 4th Street SW, Suite W270, Washington, DC 20024/Phone: (202) 724-5045/MyTax.DC.gov
 CERTIFICATIONS
I hereby certify that the proposed for the Agreement to Enter into a Long Term Subsidy Contract
(ALTSC) between District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) and 1515 North
Capitol, LLC to provide annual subsidy for seventy-five (75) affordable housing units, for a term
of fifteen (15) years, in the initial annual amount of Two Million Two Hundred Sixty Eight
Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($2,268,000.00) to be financed from DCHAs allocation of
Local Rent Subsidy funds, is in compliance with the applicable Federal and District of Columbia
(the District) Regulations and the DCHAs policies and procedures.
6/30/21
Brenda Donald Date
Interim Executive Director, DCHA
I have reviewed this proposed ALTSC action and have determined that upon the Districts
release of the Local Rent Subsidy funds and the satisfaction of all requirements of the LTSC,
DCHA will make available of Two Million Two Hundred Sixty Eight Thousand Dollars and
Zero Cents ($2,268,000.00) in initial annual subsidy. This action is within DCHAs
apportionment and budget authority, and is within the Districts Financial Plan and Budget for
FY21, and such funds are available for administration by DCHA to support the action.
6/30/21
John Sarah Date
VP and Chief Financial Officer, DCHA
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda Donald
Interim Executive Director
Carolyn Punter
Sr. Vice President, Housing Choice Voucher Program
FROM: Andrea Powell
Deputy General Counsel
DATE: June 30, 2021
SUBJECT: Local Rent Supplement Program Agreement to Enter into a Long Term
Subsidy Contract between the District of Columbia Housing Authority and
1515 North Capitol, LLC
This memorandum responds to a request that the Office of the General Counsel review the
proposed Agreement to Enter into a Long Term Subsidy Contract (ALTSC) between the
District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) and 1515 North Capitol, LLC (the Owner)
for legal sufficiency:
Project:
1515 North Capitol Street Apts With an expected 24-month schedule, the scope of work for
1515 North Capitol includes the razing of the four existing townhomes and excavation of the site
prior to the construction of the 14-story concrete building, providing long-term supportive
housing for 136 single adults, as well as three units for staff; all units will be fully furnished. In
addition to the buildings entrance and public areas, at least 15% of the units will be fully
accessible. The building will meet Green Communities 2015 and take advantage of the green
efficiency opportunities available to a large, new construction facility; high efficiency lighting
fixtures, HVAC systems, and appliances will be selected. The project will utilize low flow
plumbing fixtures to conserve water usage. A green roof system will reduce the heat island effect
and contribute to the sites storm water management.
Building amenities will include a computer lab, bicycle parking, classroom, fitness room, and
shared laundry rooms on each floor. A large community room with full kitchen, social room, and
shared lounges will provide ample space for resident socialization and recreation. The buildings
penthouse level will be dedicated to additional social space for residents and will include a
lounge, dining room with kitchen, and roof deck.
As is the case with all SOME properties, SOME staff will be located at the building full time to
provide supportive services and case management. The property will include three staff offices,
community room, and computer lab. In addition to personal and group case management, these
spaces will be used to host various events that are of special interest to the residents, such as
Certified Addiction Counselors, Nutritionists for healthier eating and cooking lessons, Financial
Advisors