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B 26-0693

Modification Nos. M0006 and M0008 to Contract No. GAGA-2022-C-0385-A with Aramark Educational Services, LLC, Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2026

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

authorizes modifications to Aramark contract to supply additional DCPS meals (456,990 more) and approves up to $2,925,979.38 for Option Year Two.

Transmitted to Mayor, Response Due on Jul 21, 2026
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Bill Summary · B 26-0693

Summary of Bill: B 26-0693 — Modification Nos. M0006 and M0008 to Contract No. GAGA-2022-C-0385-A with Aramark Educational Services, LLC, Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2026

This emergency bill, introduced by the Mayor and sponsored for Council action, authorizes specific contract modifications and corresponding payments related to DCPS (District of Columbia Public Schools) food service operations. It is presented as an emergency measure and would take effect shortly after May 2026, lasting up to 90 days.

1) Main purpose and intent

  • To approve Modification Nos. M0006 and M0008 to Contract GAGA-2022-C-0385-A with Aramark Educational Services, LLC.
  • To authorize payment of the revised not-to-exceed amount for goods and services provided under these modifications.
  • The modifications respond to increased meal demand (more meals required) due to enrollment growth and higher participation in school meal programs.

2) Key provisions and changes

  • Not-to-exceed amount:
    • Approval of a total not-to-exceed amount of $2,925,979.38 for Option Year Two (annual period July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026).
    • This amount reflects an increase to Option Year Two from prior levels, driven by the need to supply additional meals (additional 456,990 meals cited).
  • Specific contract modifications:
    • Modification No. M0006 and Modification No. M0008 to Aramark’s contract (GAGA-2022-C-0385-A) to cover the extra meals and related services.
  • Scope of services under the contract:
    • Aramark to provide food services to 37 DCPS school sites within clusters 2, 5, 6, and 7.
    • Services include planning, preparation, serving, and accounting for meals; management of multiple DCPS nutrition programs (NSLP, SBP, SFSP, CACFP, FFVP, etc.); and related food service operations at the schools.
  • Financial and procurement context:
    • The bill includes a Council-confirmed fiscal impact statement and notes funding is consistent with the agency's financial plan.
    • The bill acknowledges an emergency declaration and the need for immediate contracting action, waiving certain standard procurement review timelines per DC law for emergency acts.
  • Compliance and governance:
    • The contract remains subject to federal nutrition program requirements (USDA rules), DC Healthy Schools Act, and DCPS procurement standards.
    • The proposal includes standard certifications (ethics, tax compliance, debarment status) and a detailed contractor summary (including price schedules, performance expectations, and scope).
  • Effective date and duration:
    • The act would take effect after mayoral approval and last for no longer than 90 days, in line with emergency authority under the Home Rule Act.

3) Who would be affected

  • District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) and its students (especially those in 37 school sites in clusters 2, 5, 6, and 7) who participate in school meal programs.
  • Aramark Educational Services, LLC (the contracted FSMC) and its staffing responsible for meal preparation, service, and related administrative functions in DCPS facilities.
  • DCPS Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) and the procurement office overseeing the FSMC contract administration.
  • DC taxpayers and district budget managers, given the fiscal impact and emergency funding authorization.

4) Procedural and timeline aspects

  • The bill is framed as an emergency act, allowing immediate approval of modifications and payments, with a 90-day effective window.
  • The modifications relate to option year two of the contract and reflect prior unilateral increases already recorded, with additional adjustment to meet increased meal demand.
  • A bilateral modification document exists (CA26-0210 adjustment, previously approved) and a separate emergency declaration resolution accompanies this bill.
  • The contract summary and funding statements indicate the Office of the Chief Financial Officer has certified funding alignment with the district budget, recognizing that some funding obligations for Fiscal Year 2026 await Congressional approval.

Notes for readers

  • The core driver is increased enrollment and higher participation in DCPS meal programs, necessitating a larger annual contract amount for Option Year Two.
  • The legislative text embeds standard safeguards: budget conformity, ethics compliance, debarment checks, adherence to federal and local procurement and nutrition standards, and explicit authority for emergency action.

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

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