City of Austin - Municipal Underwriting / Bond & Investment Banking Services - RFQS 7400 BRS4000 (2026)
City of Austin cityCity · Austin, TX- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 33 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Bridney Stewart-Fisher
- (512) 974-3127
The 30-second brief
The City of Austin is seeking qualified firm(s) to provide municipal underwriting, bond, and investment banking services to assist the City in marketing future refunding, new money, and other financing transactions. The scope encompasses underwriting services for General Obligation Credit, Water & Wastewater System Revenue Credit, Electric Utility System Revenue Credit, Airport System Revenue Credit, and Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenue Credit. Offerors must demonstrate a minimum of 10 years of experience in the municipal underwriting sector, Texas municipal market experience, and active registration with the SEC and MSRB. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST via the City of Austin eResponse portal. The evaluation factors comprise Business Organization, Background & Prior experience, Personnel, & References (55 points), Innovation (25 points), and Financial Viability (20 points).
Business Organization, Background & Prior experience, Personnel, & References (55), Innovation (25), Financial Viability (20)
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Summary
The City of Austin is seeking qualified firm(s) to provide municipal underwriting, bond, and investment banking services to assist the City in marketing future refunding, new money, and other financing transactions.
The scope encompasses underwriting services for General Obligation Credit, Water & Wastewater System Revenue Credit, Electric Utility System Revenue Credit, Airport System Revenue Credit, and Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenue Credit. Offerors must demonstrate a minimum of 10 years of experience in the municipal underwriting sector, Texas municipal market experience, and active registration with the SEC and MSRB. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST via the City of Austin eResponse portal. The evaluation factors comprise Business Organization, Background & Prior experience, Personnel, & References (55 points), Innovation (25 points), and Financial Viability (20 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment A – Firm Category Selection
- Offer and Certifications
- Employer Certification Wage Theft Ordinance
- Subcontracting/Sub-Consulting Utilization Form
- Submit to
- City of Austin eResponse
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Austin, TX
- Reported agency
- City of Austin
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Austin city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Austin eResponse. For questions, contact Bridney Stewart-Fisher.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Austin city in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Bridney Stewart-Fisher at (512) 974-3127. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Business Organization, Background & Prior experience, Personnel, & References (55), Innovation (25), Financial Viability (20)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Austin city?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment A – Firm Category Selection, Offer and Certifications, Employer Certification Wage Theft Ordinance, Subcontracting/Sub-Consulting Utilization Form. Review the full document from City of Austin city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Austin, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.