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PR 26-0090

Modification Nos. 7, 9, and 13 to Contract No. CW108950 with Stormwater Maintenance, LLC Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

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

DC authorizes three stormwater contract modifications with emergency status, enabling accelerated payment to Stormwater Maintenance, LLC for maintenance work without specifying costs.

Resolution R26-0051, Effective from Mar 04, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 002677
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0090

Legislative bill overview

This resolution authorizes three contract modifications (Nos. 7, 9, and 13) to the District of Columbia's existing stormwater maintenance agreement with Stormwater Maintenance, LLC, and declares the funding need an emergency to expedite payment processing. The bill allocates additional funds beyond the original contract amount to address ongoing stormwater infrastructure maintenance work.

Why is this important

Stormwater systems prevent flooding and manage water quality in urban areas, making their maintenance critical for public safety and environmental protection. Emergency declarations allow the city to bypass normal procurement delays, but they should be used judiciously to ensure taxpayer funds are spent efficiently and competitively.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency on modification costs: The bill does not specify the dollar amounts for Modifications 7, 9, and 13, making it impossible to assess whether the additions are reasonable or excessive
  • Emergency justification unclear: The resolution doesn't explain why these modifications warrant emergency status rather than standard contract amendment procedures
  • Single-vendor concentration: Repeated modifications to one contractor rather than competitive rebidding may limit cost competitiveness and accountability

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

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