Modification Nos. M10 and M11 to Contract No. CW94742 with Verizon Communications Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025
Summary
This resolution declares an emergency and approves two contract modifications, M10 and M11, to Contract No. CW94742 with Verizon Communications. The contract supports telecommunications services for the District of Columbia government, and the measure authorizes payment for goods and services already received and to be received under the contract. Modification No. M10 partially exercised option year 3 for the period April 29, 2025, through August 29, 2025, and Modification No. M11 would exercise the remainder of option year 3 for the period August 30, 2025, through April 28, 2026.
The resolution is structured to allow the Council to act on a single reading because the contract value increases by more than $1 million within a 12-month period, which triggers Council approval requirements. It also ensures Verizon can be paid for services provided above that threshold during the covered period. In practical terms, the measure keeps the District’s telecommunications operations funded and uninterrupted while formal procurement approvals are completed.
Impact
The resolution affects District of Columbia procurement and contract administration rules by authorizing an emergency approval and payment for a telecommunications services contract modification that exceeds the Council’s $1 million review threshold within a 12-month period. It does not create a new program or substantive policy, but it does permit continued performance under an existing government services contract and validates payment obligations for the Office of the Chief Technology Officer and the Office of Contracting and Procurement.
Sentiment
The overall sentiment appears strongly supportive and routine, with the Council approving the resolution unanimously on final reading by a vote of 12-0. The lack of committee transcripts suggests little recorded debate or controversy, and the emergency declaration language indicates the Council viewed the contract continuation as necessary to maintain essential government telecommunications services.
Contention
There is little visible contention in the available record. The only notable issue is procedural: because the contract modification increases the value by more than $1 million in a 12-month period, Council approval is required before payment can continue. Any concern would likely center on procurement oversight and the need to justify emergency treatment, but no opposition or substantive objections are reflected in the vote or available discussion materials.