Ferry St PS Int Neg Letter.pdf

This is an intent to negotiate letter from the City of Salem to Westech Engineering, Inc. regarding the Ferry Street Sewer Pump Station Project (Project Number 724100, Contract Number 234134). The City of Salem completed its evaluation of all proposals received in response to the Request for Proposals and determined that Westech Engineering, Inc. received the highest overall rating. The City intends to enter into negotiations with Westech for the scope of work, schedule, and fee prior to issuing a formal project assignment. The letter, dated June 14, 2024, was addressed to Denny Muchmore at Westech Engineering's Salem, Oregon office and acknowledges the effort and time invested by all proposers in responding to the solicitation.

The notification represents the next phase in the City's consultant selection process, moving from evaluation to direct negotiations with the highest-rated firm. No specific pricing, contract term, or project completion date is detailed in this notification letter, as those elements are subject to the upcoming negotiation process. The letter was distributed to the Contracts and Procurement File, along with internal City staff including the Assistant City Engineer and Management Analyst II.