Bill > B26-0256

This bill amends the Small and Certified Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act of 2005 to modify the requirements for subcontracting plans related to health benefits contracts for District government employees. Specifically, the bill allows more flexibility in the submission of subcontracting plans for these health benefit contracts. Under the new provision, contractors can now provide their subcontracting plan prior to the start of the plan year, and bids or proposals that do not initially include a subcontracting plan may still be considered responsive if they are submitted in response to a solicitation for District employee health benefits. The bill is temporary in nature, set to expire 225 days after taking effect, which is standard for temporary legislative amendments in the District of Columbia. This change aims to streamline the procurement process for health benefit contracts while maintaining the intent of supporting small and certified business enterprises.

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B26-0256