Modification Nos. M0005, M0006 and M0007 to Contract No. CW119500 with Community of Hope, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2026

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

Authorizes emergency funding increases to Community of Hope’s STFH contract to expand overflow shelter capacity for homeless families during Oct 2025–Sep 2026.

Transmitted to Mayor, Response Due on Jul 21, 2026

Summary of Bill B 26-0703 (Emergency Act of 2026)

Purpose and Intent

The bill, titled the “Modification Nos. M0005, M0006 and M0007 to Contract No. CW119500 with Community of Hope, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2026,” seeks emergency Council approval for three contract modifications (M0005, M0006, and M0007) to the District’s Short-Term Family Housing (STFH) program.

It also authorizes payment for goods and services under these modifications and extends the option year one funding for the Community of Hope, Inc. (COH) STFH site (Aya Site 6) to address overflow shelter capacity.

Key Provisions and Changes

Contracts and Funding:

Modifications to Contract No. CW119500 with Community of Hope, Inc. increase the not-to-exceed (NTE) amount for option year one from the base and prior option levels.
The total option year one increase amounts to $1,403,341, resulting in a revised option year one NTE of $4,260,792.48.
Specific increases:
Modification M0005: $996,861.40 (NTE for M0005: $996,861.40)
Modification M0007: $406,479.60 (NTE for M0007: $406,479.60)

Term and Scope:

The performance period for the modified option year one runs from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026.
Purpose is to fund an overflow shelter capacity at the Aya Site 6 in Ward 6, enabling expansion into overflow sites when the primary Aya Site reaches capacity.
Services under COH’s HCA (Human Care Agreement) include STFH site operations, case management, security, janitorial, and related services to maintain a home-like shelter environment.

Affected Parties and Beneficiaries

Primary Contractor: Community of Hope, Inc. (COH), led by President/CEO Kelly Sweeney McShane.

End Beneficiaries: District of Columbia residents experiencing homelessness, specifically families, who will benefit from expanded shelter capacity and associated support services.

Budgetary and Fiscal Details

Total contract value (Option Year One) after modifications: NTE $4,260,792.48.

The accompanying fiscal notes indicate funding is within the District’s 2026 budget and financial plan, with OCFO confirming availability for the specified year.

The modifications involve both fixed-price components and a cost-reimbursable element related to damaged/deteriorated furniture.

Process and Timelines

The bill is labeled an emergency act, taking effect upon Mayoral approval and Council override if applicable, and lasting no more than 90 days.

The contract actions were prepared with references to procurement standards and include performance metrics and deliverables aligned with the STFH program goals.

The action history shows introduction on June 8, 2026, with Council retention for committee review and consideration.

Compliance and Oversight

The bill includes standard statutory and procurement compliance items: ethics certifications, subcontracting plans (targeting CBE participation), debarment checks, and budgetary alignment statements.

The Office of the Attorney General and the Chief Financial Officer have provided endorsements for legal sufficiency and funding availability, respectively.

In essence, B 26-0703 authorizes emergency funding increases to COH’s STFH contract to provide additional overflow shelter capacity during the 2025-2026 period, ensuring continuity of services for homeless families.