News reports detailed alleged mistreatment of migrants under the company's care, including issues with health care and food waste, among other thingsMayor Eric Adams' office on Tuesday said the city would not renew its contract with DocGo before it expires on May 5 and will instead search for a new housing provider for migrants.
DocGo, which previously worked with the city to provide COVID-19 testing, was awarded a $432 million no-bid emergency contract last year to help the city manage a massive new population of migrants.The arrangement drew questions from city Comptroller Brad Lander, who in reviewing the contract determined there wasn't enough detail to justify the cost and that it wasn't clear how the company had the expertise to transport, house and feed thousands of migrants.
The city has other ongoing contracts with DocGo and will continue to work with the company in those deals.