Tunica County School District - Municipal Financial Advisory Services for New High School RFP 2026
Tunica County School DistrictSchool · Tunica, MS- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Dr. Frederick Robinson
The 30-second brief
The Tunica County School District invites proposals from qualified municipal finance firms to provide financial advisory services for the construction of a new high school in Tunica, Mississippi. The selected firm will evaluate debt capacity, statutory borrowing limitations, and credit profiles, collaborate with project professionals on capital improvement plans and cashflow assumptions, identify funding sources including grants, appropriations, loans, and bonds, and prepare funding matrices. Additional services include comparing financing alternatives, developing multiyear financing plans, advising on market conditions and interest rates, assisting with underwriter negotiations, preparing official statements, managing bond and note sales, and ensuring post-issuance compliance. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CST, with questions due by October 16, 2026. Proposers must be registered with the SEC and MSRB with Series 50 and Series 54 qualifications.
Qualifications and relevant experience (30%), Quality of approach/methodology and understanding of District needs (20%), Proposed team and capacity (20%), Past performance and references (20%), Fees and overall value (10%)
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Summary
The Tunica County School District invites proposals from qualified municipal finance firms to provide financial advisory services for the construction of a new high school in Tunica, Mississippi.
The selected firm will evaluate debt capacity, statutory borrowing limitations, and credit profiles, collaborate with project professionals on capital improvement plans and cashflow assumptions, identify funding sources including grants, appropriations, loans, and bonds, and prepare funding matrices. Additional services include comparing financing alternatives, developing multiyear financing plans, advising on market conditions and interest rates, assisting with underwriter negotiations, preparing official statements, managing bond and note sales, and ensuring post-issuance compliance. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CST, with questions due by October 16, 2026. Proposers must be registered with the SEC and MSRB with Series 50 and Series 54 qualifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover Letter
- Understanding & Approach
- Team & Qualifications
- Relevant Experience
- Work Plan & Schedule
- Cost Proposal
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- E-Verify Affidavit
- Certificates of Insurance
- Submit to
- 744 School Street, Tunica, MS 38676 or [email protected]
- Scope location
- Tunica, MS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Tunica County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 744 School Street, Tunica, MS 38676 or [email protected]. For questions, contact Dr. Frederick Robinson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Tunica County School District in MS, 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 Dr. Frederick Robinson. 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 relevant experience (30%), Quality of approach/methodology and understanding of District needs (20%), Proposed team and capacity (20%), Past performance and references (20%), Fees a..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tunica County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Tunica County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Tunica County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 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 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: Cover Letter, Understanding & Approach, Team & Qualifications, Relevant Experience, Work Plan & Schedule, Cost Proposal, Non-Collusion Affidavit, E-Verify Affidavit, Certificates of Insurance. Review the full document from Tunica County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tunica, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.