The consulting team conducted initial meetings in Egypt from March 18-29, 2004 to begin the water and wastewater feasibility study for private sector participation in Alexandria. They met with USAID officers, WWSPR project staff, and local professionals. In Alexandria, the team met with the Governor and utility leaders and received support for private sector involvement. The team proposed adjustments to the scope of work and a project implementation schedule outlining deliverables and meetings through November 2004 to complete the study within the estimated timeframe.