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PR 26-0418

Modification Nos. M0013 and M0014 to Contract No. CW100309 with The National Center for Children and Families, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

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

DC approves emergency funding modifications to National Center for Children and Families contract, expediting payments to support child and family services without standard procurement review.

Approved with Resolution Number R26-0262
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0418

Legislative bill overview

This resolution approves two contract modifications (M0013 and M0014) to an existing agreement with The National Center for Children and Families, Inc. and authorizes payment under an emergency declaration. The bill enables the District of Columbia to increase funding or adjust terms for services provided by this organization, which appears to serve vulnerable populations including children and families.

Why is this important

The emergency declaration mechanism allows the DC Council to bypass standard procurement procedures and expedite funding to support children and family services without the typical delays of regular contracting processes. This directly affects service continuity for a population that may include homeless youth, at-risk children, or other vulnerable families depending on the center's specific programs.

Potential points of contention

  • Emergency justification opacity: The resolution doesn't specify what emergency triggered the need for expedited approval, making it unclear whether circumstances truly warranted bypassing standard oversight procedures
  • Contract modification details absent: The specific scope, duration, and dollar amounts of modifications M0013 and M0014 are not detailed, limiting public transparency about how tax dollars are being allocated
  • Accountability mechanisms: Emergency declarations can reduce competitive bidding and standard performance metrics, potentially affecting the city's ability to ensure funds are used efficiently

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

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