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PR 26-0040

Contract No. CW117574 with Compost Crew, Inc. A Benefit Corporation Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

DC authorizes emergency contract with Compost Crew Inc. for composting services, bypassing standard procedures to immediately implement organic waste diversion programs.

Resolution R26-0023, Effective from Feb 04, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 001450
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0040

Legislative bill overview

This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to enter into a contract with Compost Crew, Inc., a certified B Corporation, and approves emergency payment authorization for composting services. The measure was declared an emergency resolution, meaning it bypassed standard procedural timelines and took effect immediately upon approval on February 4, 2025.

Why is this important

Composting services support DC's waste diversion and sustainability goals by processing organic waste rather than sending it to landfills. The emergency declaration suggests time-sensitive circumstances required expedited action, though the specific operational urgency is not detailed in the bill summary. This represents DC's continued investment in environmental infrastructure and circular economy practices.

Potential points of contention

  • Emergency justification opacity: The resolution doesn't publicly explain why emergency procedures were necessary, limiting transparency about what triggered expedited processing
  • Vendor selection process: No information is provided about competitive bidding or how Compost Crew was selected, raising questions about procurement transparency
  • Cost and contract terms: Payment authorization amounts and specific service terms are not detailed in available summaries, making it difficult to assess fiscal responsibility

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