DPW Building Committee Aug 12, 2026

The Town of Amherst Department of Public Works Building Committee held a hybrid meeting on August 12, 2026, to discuss the progress and planning of a building project managed by Weston & Sampson Engineering. Key procurement-related topics included the scope of work review, scheduling of geotechnical and environmental investigations, and the preparation of cost estimates. The committee discussed the plan to obtain a second cost estimate for reconciliation before presenting a final budget figure to the town council. It was noted that the current appropriation covers the schematic design phase, but additional council authorization will be required for further work and to hire an outside Owner's Project Manager (OPM). The committee also planned future meeting schedules to ensure timely decision-making and emphasized the importance of clear communication and documentation sharing throughout the design process.