Presenting the New Interchange Newsletter!

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June 19, 2012


IN THIS ISSUE

  • COUNTY BOARD TO AWARD DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACT JUNE 26
  • NEW WEBSITE LAUNCHES JUNE 26
  • GETTING THE WORD OUT WITH GOVDELIVERY

ABOUT THE INTERCHANGE

Interchange aerial photo
Opening in 2014, the Interchange will provide a regional multi-modal transportation hub and community gathering place. For more information, visit www.theinterchange.net.

CONTACTS

Hennepin County Commissioner
612-348-7884
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Project Manager
612-543-7273
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Hennepin County Public Affairs
612-348-6883

Knutson proposal for Interchange design-build contract

County Board to award design-build contract June 26

The Hennepin County Board Public Works, Energy and Environment Committee approved the Design-Build Selection Panel's recommendation to award Knutson the Interchange Design-Build contract earlier this afternoon, with final Hennepin County Board action to occur June 26.
Knutson’s proposed design for the Interchange includes a new light-rail platform and station, a year-round public plaza and park, with open green space and iconic design elements. The plaza will allow members of the community to gather for various celebrations and events. Additionally, the plaza creates a space that connects to the historic Warehouse District and surrounding neighborhoods. There are also exciting opportunities for complementary private development on the site in the future. 
The Design-Build Selection Panel evaluated Knutson’s technical and cost proposal separately based on the evaluation criteria in the Design-Build Request for Proposals (RFP) issued in December 2011. Based on the combined evaluation, the panel concluded that Knutson’s proposal offered the best value to the public.

New website launches June 26

Starting next week, things will look different at www.theinterchange.net. It'll be easier for you to find all the great information you've been looking for, and don't hesitate to check back for the latest updates on the project.

Getting the word out with GovDelivery

The Interchange project is now using Hennepin County's digital subscription service, GovDelivery, to send its newsletter. If you no longer to wish to receive updates about the Interchange, use the links in the footer of this newsletter to manage your preferences or unsubscribe.