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PR 26-0248

Contract No. CW123725 with Modaxo Traffic Management USA, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

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

DC authorizes emergency contract with Modaxo Traffic Management USA for traffic services with expedited payment, bypassing standard procurement review timelines.

Resolution R26-0152, Effective from Jul 01, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 007710
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0248

Legislative bill overview

This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to enter into Contract No. CW123725 with Modaxo Traffic Management USA, Inc. and approves emergency payment for services related to traffic management. The measure was introduced under emergency declaration procedures, bypassing the standard multi-reading legislative timeline.

Why is this important

Traffic management services directly affect public safety, transportation efficiency, and infrastructure operations across the District. Emergency authorization allows for expedited spending without the typical procurement review period, meaning funds are committed quickly but with less opportunity for public scrutiny or competitive bidding alternatives.

Potential points of contention

  • Emergency justification transparency: The resolution does not publicly detail why emergency status was necessary rather than standard procurement procedures, limiting public understanding of the urgency
  • Vendor selection process: No information provided about whether Modaxo was competitively bid or sole-sourced, raising questions about procurement fairness and cost-effectiveness
  • Contract terms undisclosed: The specific services, duration, deliverables, and total contract value are not detailed in the legislative record, making it impossible to assess value for money

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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