the almost offical offer

The same day my references were called, I receive an email from who I would be reporting to.  He repeats that I was the top candidate for all five interviewees and that they are delighted I am interested in the position.  He informs me that from what he heard so far, I had stellar references and with that he wanted to talk about the next steps.  He tells me that they are a small group and don't have heavy pockets but wants to go over some ideas before we meet to discuss the contract.  I informed him I had just booked a last minute trip and hoped we'd be able to have the meeting the following week, he seemed OK with that because it gave him more time to prepare an offer.