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PR 26-0439

Modification Nos. 6 and 7 to Contract No. DCAM-22-CS-RFP-0019 with Smoot Construction Company of Washington, DC Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

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

DC Council approves Modifications 6 and 7 to DCAM-22-CS-RFP-0019 with Smoot Construction, authorizes payments, and declares an emergency to expedite funding and execution.

Approved with Resolution Number R26-0289
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0439

Summary of PR 26-0439: Modification Nos. 6 and 7 to Contract DCAM-22-CS-RFP-0019 with Smoot Construction Company; Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

Overview

PR 26-0439 is a District of Columbia Council resolution that approves and authorizes payments related to Modification Nos. 6 and 7 to Contract DCAM-22-CS-RFP-0019 with Smoot Construction Company of Washington, DC. The measure is designated as an Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025 and has been approved with Resolution Number R26-0289. It was introduced on December 2, 2025, and subsequently retained by the Council with comments, followed by a final reading and approval on December 16, 2025.

Purpose and Intent

  • Confirms Council approval for two amendments (Modification Nos. 6 and 7) to an existing contract between the District and Smoot Construction Company.
  • Provides authority for the District to approve and pay for these modifications.
  • Declares an emergency for the purposes of the 2025 resolution, likely to expedite authorization and payment related to the modifications.

Key Provisions

  • Authorization of Modification No. 6 to Contract DCAM-22-CS-RFP-0019 with Smoot Construction Company.
  • Authorization of Modification No. 7 to the same contract.
  • Approval of accompanying payments associated with Modifications 6 and 7.
  • Certification or declaration of an emergency under the Emergency Declaration Resolution framework for 2025, enabling expedited process and effective immediate implementation.

Affected Parties and Entities

  • District of Columbia government and its procurement/contracting authorities.
  • Smoot Construction Company (Washington, DC) as the contractor under Contract DCAM-22-CS-RFP-0019.
  • District residents and project stakeholders impacted by the contract work and any related projects funded through this contract.

Financial and Procedural Implications

  • Enables payment authorizations for the two contract amendments.
  • Facilitates expedited implementation through an emergency declaration, minimizing potential delays in funding and execution.
  • Ensures the modifications are properly documented under Council oversight via the resolution process.

Timeline and Procedural Details

  • Introduction: December 2, 2025 (PR26-0439 introduced by Chairman Mendelson).
  • December 16, 2025: Retained by the Council with comments from the Committee on Facilities; Final Reading and approval occur the same day.
  • Final status: Approved with Resolution Number R26-0289.

Significance and Impact

  • Provides formal Council backing for changes to a District contract and ensures funding to cover those changes.
  • The emergency declaration indicates a need for rapid action to address project requirements or funding needs associated with Modifications 6 and 7.
  • Establishes a clear legal and financial path for the District to proceed with payments tied to the contract amendments.

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

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