City of Fairhope Underwriter Services RFP 2026 - General Obligation Water and Sewer Warrants
City of FairhopeCity · Fairhope, AL- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Marcie Lewis
The 30-second brief
The City of Fairhope, Alabama is requesting proposals from underwriting firms for its General Obligation Water and Sewer Warrants, Series 2026. The anticipated financing size is $80,000,000, intended to pay off a $30,000,000 PNC credit facility and fund capital improvements to the City's water works plant, distribution system, and sanitary sewer system. Services include credit rating advisory, financing structure development, and executing a Bond Purchase Agreement. Proposals are limited to 15 pages and must include an executive summary, experience with Alabama municipal transactions, credit analysis, and a fee proposal (underwriter's discount). Electronic submissions are due by September 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time.
Qualifications and experience, History regarding other transactions with the City or similar Alabama cities, Understanding of City debt and credit profile, Fee proposal
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Summary
The City of Fairhope, Alabama is requesting proposals from underwriting firms for its General Obligation Water and Sewer Warrants, Series 2026.
The anticipated financing size is $80,000,000, intended to pay off a $30,000,000 PNC credit facility and fund capital improvements to the City's water works plant, distribution system, and sanitary sewer system. Services include credit rating advisory, financing structure development, and executing a Bond Purchase Agreement. Proposals are limited to 15 pages and must include an executive summary, experience with Alabama municipal transactions, credit analysis, and a fee proposal (underwriter's discount). Electronic submissions are due by September 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications and experience, History regarding other transactions with the City or similar Alabama cities, Understanding of City debt and credit profile, Fee proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendices (if applicable)
- Submit to
- Electronic submission to [email protected] and [email protected]
- Scope location
- Fairhope, AL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Fairhope?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Electronic submission to [email protected] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Marcie Lewis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Fairhope in AL, 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 RFP 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 Marcie Lewis. 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: "Qualifications and experience, History regarding other transactions with the City or similar Alabama cities, Understanding of City debt and credit profile, Fee proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Fairhope?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Fairhope are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Fairhope regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Appendices (if applicable). Review the full document from City of Fairhope for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fairhope, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.