RFQ-Financial Advisory Services

The purpose and intent of this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) by the City of Chattanooga, Tennessee (City) is to solicit sealed Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified firms to negotiate a contract for Financial Advisory Services. The primary role of the Financial Advisor under this contract will be to support the City's debt issuance activities. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing advice on all aspects of any proposed capital financing; developing innovative solutions to the City’s funding requirements in order to achieve the most advantageous financing terms; making recommendations on the timing, sizing, maturity schedules, call provisions and other details of bond issues; reviewing and making appropriate recommendations on all ordinances, official statements, and other documents necessary for debt issuance; as well as other responsibilities.