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PR 26-0188

Modification Nos. 4, 5, and 6 to Contract No. CW88823 with Mansfield Oil Company of Gainesville, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

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

DC approves emergency contract modifications 4-6 with Mansfield Oil Company without disclosing specific cost or scope changes, bypassing standard review procedures.

Resolution R26-0128, Effective from Jun 03, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 006611
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0188

Legislative bill overview

This resolution approves modifications 4, 5, and 6 to an existing contract with Mansfield Oil Company of Gainesville, Inc. (Contract No. CW88823) and authorizes payment for these changes. The resolution was declared an emergency measure, allowing it to bypass standard procedural timelines and take effect immediately upon approval.

Why is this important

Contract modifications can significantly alter the scope, cost, and timeline of government procurement agreements. This emergency declaration suggests the District of Columbia government determined these modifications required expedited action, potentially due to supply chain needs, price fluctuations, or operational urgencies related to fuel or oil services. Understanding the specific dollar amounts and service changes involved is critical for assessing fiscal impact on the city budget.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency on modification details: The resolution title does not specify what modifications 4, 5, and 6 entail (cost increases, quantity changes, service expansions, deadline extensions), making public oversight difficult
  • Emergency declaration justification: The basis for declaring this an emergency is not evident from available information, raising questions about whether expedited processing was truly necessary or if standard procedures were bypassed without adequate justification
  • Cumulative contract changes: Four modifications to a single contract suggest either poor initial contract design or significant market/operational changes; the pattern warrants scrutiny of contract management practices

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

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