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PR 26-0036

Multiyear Contract Number 41-D-2024 with Lonch, Inc. Approval Resolution of 2025

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

DC Council approves unspecified multiyear contract with Lonch, Inc., effective immediately, with limited public disclosure of contract terms.

Resolution R26-0027, Effective from Feb 04, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 001456
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0036

Legislative bill overview

This resolution approves a multiyear contract between the District of Columbia and Lonch, Inc. for unspecified services or goods. The contract was designated as "Multiyear Contract Number 41-D-2024" and received final approval by the DC Council on February 4, 2025, becoming effective the same day.

Why is this important

Multiyear contracts commit municipal resources across multiple budget cycles, potentially affecting DC's fiscal flexibility and service delivery. The public record lacks detailed information about the contract's scope, cost, or duration, which limits transparency around how taxpayer money will be allocated.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public detail: The bill title and available records do not specify what services/goods Lonch, Inc. will provide, the contract value, or its duration—information typically essential for public oversight
  • Limited Committee review: While the Housing Committee retained the resolution with comments, those comments are not publicly detailed, and the rationale for approval is unclear
  • Competitive bidding questions: No information is available regarding whether this was a competitive procurement or if other vendors were considered

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

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