FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The Council gave final approval Tuesday to a measure that streamlines and reforms government contracting and procurement, to make it work better for businesses and other contractors working with District government.

The Contracting and Procurement Reform Amendment Act of 2026, introduced by Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau, D-Ward 1, reduces barriers to working with District government, creates more transparency for the public and the Council, and promotes communication between agencies and the Office of Contracting and Procurement.

“Fixing this system is essential to improving government performance and ensuring the District can meet the needs of its residents,” Nadeau said. “For years, people have complained about the need to make procurement work more smoothly for vendors and agencies.”

Among other provisions, the legislation will create a consolidated procurement portal; provide real-time tracking status and checklists to ensure all documents are submitted; and improve communication and coordination among the Office of Contracting and Procurement, District agencies, and vendors. The bill would also transfer the Office of the Ombudsman of Contracting and Procurement to the City Administrator’s office and give it more responsibility.

The bill was co-introduced by Councilmembers Janeese Lewis George and Zachary Parker.

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