Company owned by Trump donor won $1.7 million no-bid Reflecting Pool cleaning contract

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A $1.7 million no-bid contract was awarded to Green Water Solutions, a company owned by Trump donor John J. Cafaro, for the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's cleaning system.
The contract was granted without full competitive bidding, citing 'unusual and compelling urgency' and the system's specialized nature.
Despite initial issues with algae and peeling sealant, officials state the Nano Bubble system is working and effectively killing algae.
John J. Cafaro has been a significant donor to President Trump's campaigns and has a history of campaign finance violations.
A separate $14.7 million no-bid contract was awarded for sealant installation on the pool's floor.

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