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B 26-0214

Modification Nos. 15, 16, 17, 17a, 17b, 17c, and 18 to Contract No. CW98887 with Great American Corporation Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

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

B 26-0214 - Modification Nos. 15, 16, 17, 17a, 17b, 17c, and 18 to Contract No. CW98887 with Great American Corporation Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025 Ove

Act A26-0057 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 004922, Expires on Jul 21, 2025
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Bill Summary · B 26-0214

B 26-0214 - Modification Nos. 15, 16, 17, 17a, 17b, 17c, and 18 to Contract No. CW98887 with Great American Corporation Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

Overview

Bill Number: B 26-0214
Title: Modification Nos. 15, 16, 17, 17a, 17b, 17c, and 18 to Contract No. CW98887 with Great American Corporation Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025
Status: Act A26-0057 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 004922, Expires on Jul 21, 2025
Introduced: March 26, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This emergency legislation authorizes the District of Columbia government to approve and make payments for several modifications to an existing contract (Contract No. CW98887) with Great American Corporation. The modifications are necessary to continue critical infrastructure projects in the District.

Key Provisions

  • Approves Modification No. 15 for $12.4 million to expand the scope of work for road resurfacing projects
  • Approves Modification No. 16 for $8.2 million to add new sidewalk construction and repair work
  • Approves Modification No. 17, 17a, 17b, and 17c totaling $23.6 million for additional bridge rehabilitation and replacement
  • Approves Modification No. 18 for $5.8 million to upgrade traffic signal infrastructure
  • Waives standard procurement rules and timelines to expedite the approval and payment process for these modifications

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • The District of Columbia government, which will be able to continue critical infrastructure projects without interruption
  • Great American Corporation, the primary contractor responsible for executing the infrastructure work
  • District residents and commuters, who will benefit from improved roads, bridges, sidewalks, and traffic signals

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This emergency legislation was introduced on March 26, 2025 and is expected to be approved and take effect immediately. It will expire on July 21, 2025, requiring any further contract modifications to go through the standard procurement process.

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

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