Santa Barbara County Association of Governments Municipal Advisor Services RFP-031 2026
Santa Barbara County Association of GovernmentsMPO · Santa Barbara, CA- Due
- Apr 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Andrea Geis
- (805) 600-4820
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Summary
The Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG) is soliciting proposals from qualified Municipal Advisory firms for on-call services related to debt planning and execution.
A primary objective is the refunding of SBCAG's existing Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan, contingent upon achieving at least 3% net present value savings. The selected firm will serve as a fiduciary advisor under SEC and MSRB rules. Required expertise includes California transportation agencies, sales tax revenue financings (specifically Measure A), and federal credit program refundings. Proposals are due by April 6, 2026, at the SBCAG office in Santa Barbara. A notice of interest is requested by March 18, 2026.
- Submit to
- 260 N San Antonio Rd, Suite B, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110
- Scope location
- Santa Barbara, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Santa Barbara County Association of Governments?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 6, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 260 N San Antonio Rd, Suite B, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110. For questions, contact Andrea Geis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Santa Barbara County Association of Governments in CA, 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 Andrea Geis at (805) 600-4820. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Barbara County Association of Governments?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Barbara County Association of Governments are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Santa Barbara County Association of Governments 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. Review the full document from Santa Barbara County Association of Governments for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Barbara, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.