The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) is seeking to enter into a sole source contract with the Salem Convention Center and the Grand Hotel for the 2026 Oregon Talent Summit. The contract includes the rental of facility space, hotel rooms, catering, and audio-visual equipment. The HECC has determined that only one facility in Salem, Oregon meets the specifications required to host the event, which includes a plenary room large enough to fit 400-500 attendees, 4-6 breakout rooms, and hotel rooms for onsite attendees. The estimated total value of the contract is approximately $80,000.00. • The contract is for the 2026 Oregon Talent Summit • The event requires a plenary room large enough to fit 400-500 attendees • The event requires 4-6 breakout rooms • The event requires hotel rooms for onsite attendees • The contract includes catering and audio-visual equipment