*SOLE SOURCE NOTICE* GrayKey License Annual Renewal

The City of Salem is issuing a sole‑source notice to renew its GrayKey forensic software license for one year. This short‑term contract is for a single license renewal, with a total award value of $13,345. The procurement is performed under an open‑market, sole‑source method and does not allow competitive quotes. The award is anticipated on November 11, 2026, pending any protest filed by the deadline. • Scope: Annual renewal of the GrayKey license (software maintenance and support). • Vendor: Magnet Forensics, LLC (Atlanta, GA) – sole‑source, no competing vendors. • Value: $13,345 total, payable to the vendor for the renewal period. • Timeline: Notice posted Oct 26 2026, award expected Nov 11 2026; protests must be filed by Nov 2 2026.