Finance Authority of Maine Bond Counsel for Private Student Loan Tax Exempt Bond Issuances - 2026
Finance Authority of Maine | State of MaineState · Augusta, ME- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 10 days left
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Christopher Roney
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) is requesting proposals from qualified law firms to serve as Bond Counsel for its tax-exempt alternative student loan financing activities, specifically for The Maine Loan program. The selected law firm will be appointed for an initial period of three years, commencing in December 2026, with up to two two-year contract extensions. Services include advisory assistance, document preparation for MELA Bond issues (such as bond resolutions, indentures, and official statements), guidance on bond market legal procedures, litigation representation, and tax and arbitrage rebate compliance advice. Proposals must be submitted via email to [email protected] by October 30, 2026, at 4:30 PM EDT. An optional question submission deadline is set for October 7, 2026.
Qualifications and Experience (35), Cost Proposal (35), Proposal Responsiveness (30)
SUMMARY
The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) is requesting proposals from qualified law firms to serve as Bond Counsel for its tax-exempt alternative student loan financing activities, specifically for The Maine Loan program.
The selected law firm will be appointed for an initial period of three years, commencing in December 2026, with up to two two-year contract extensions. Services include advisory assistance, document preparation for MELA Bond issues (such as bond resolutions, indentures, and official statements), guidance on bond market legal procedures, litigation representation, and tax and arbitrage rebate compliance advice. Proposals must be submitted via email to [email protected] by October 30, 2026, at 4:30 PM EDT. An optional question submission deadline is set for October 7, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Reported agency
- Finance Authority of Maine
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Finance Authority of Maine | State of Maine?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Christopher Roney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
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Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
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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 (35), Cost Proposal (35), Proposal Responsiveness (30)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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