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Estacada board approves intent to award CMGC contract to CB Construction
Summary
The Estacada School District board voted Jan. 14 to approve the intent to award a construction manager/general contractor (CMGC) contract to CB Construction of La Grande and directed staff to begin drafting the contract; board members praised the RFP process and asked for more detail in future backup materials.
The Estacada School District board on Jan. 14 voted to approve the intent to award a construction manager/general contractor (CMGC) contract to CB Construction of La Grande and directed staff to begin drafting the formal contract.
Board discussion centered on the procurement process and confidence in the recommended firm. An unnamed board member who moved the motion said, “It was the best process I've been a part of here from a contracting standpoint,” praising the thorough RFP, interviews and vetting of the top three firms. The mover said the committee solicited multiple robust proposals and emphasized value and experience over a low bid.
Superintendent Carpenter and other board members also signaled support. One board member asked for more substance in the board packet about why the recommendation landed on CB Construction, saying additional background would help those who “live in this realm” better understand the choice.
The motion was moved, seconded and carried by voice vote. The board directed staff to draft the CMGC contract so the agreement can return to the board for final approval.
What the board said: The mover described a process that included written responses, interviews and scenario/test questions for finalists. “We had, the top 3 come in. They did a good job answering questions, obviously some better than others,” the mover said. Another member noted the RFP asked about safety ratings and company ownership, and that those factors informed the unanimous recommendation.
What’s next: Staff will draft the CMGC contract for review and return it to the board for a formal vote on contract execution. No contract dollar amount, contract number or firm‑specific terms were specified in the public discussion.
Vote and process notes: The motion was approved by a voice vote; individual roll‑call tallies were not read into the record during the discussion. The board recorded the action as an intent to award and directed staff to proceed with contract drafting.
