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B 25-1064

Modification Nos. 3 and 5 to Contract No. DCAM-22-CS-SS-0007 with Hartman-Cox Architects, LLP Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2024

25th Council Period (2023-2024) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

DC authorizes two contract modifications with architectural firm Hartman-Cox Architects via emergency legislation, bypassing standard review procedures for expedited approval and payment authorization.

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Bill Summary · B 25-1064

Legislative bill overview

This emergency bill authorizes the District of Columbia to approve two contract modifications (Nos. 3 and 5) with architectural firm Hartman-Cox Architects, LLP and provides payment authorization for work under contract DCAM-22-CS-SS-0007. The bill was enacted as emergency legislation, meaning it bypassed standard procedural timelines and took effect immediately upon the Mayor's signature on December 24, 2024.

Why is this important

Contract modifications can significantly alter project scope, timeline, and costs. This emergency designation suggests the District deemed the architectural work time-sensitive, likely related to a public facility project requiring expedited approval. The bill's passage without standard review periods raises questions about the urgency justification and oversight of public spending on professional services.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public scrutiny: Emergency procedures bypass extended review periods that typically allow public comment and detailed Committee examination of contract terms and costs
  • Undefined modification details: The bill text does not specify what work modifications 3 and 5 entail, their cost implications, or schedule changes
  • Lack of transparency on project: No clear identification of which public facility or infrastructure project this contract supports or why emergency action was necessary

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

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