Municipal Advisory Services Request for Qualifications (MAS-2025-0002)

The Columbus City Schools is seeking a qualified vendor to provide municipal advisory services related to the District's debt management program. The selected vendor will be required to have the capabilities to perform various services, including developing and monitoring financing schedules, analyzing alternative debt structures, and assisting with the procurement of financial services. The vendor will also be required to coordinate work with members of the working group and develop financing documents. The District has established an Outreach Program to increase participation of businesses designated as Local Economically Disadvantaged Enterprises (LEDE). Vendors are strongly encouraged to use a good faith effort to support the District in achieving its LEDE participation goals. Key aspects of the job include: • Developing and monitoring financing schedules • Analyzing alternative debt structures • Assisting with the procurement of financial services • Coordinating work with members of the working group • Developing financing documents • Providing a risk assessment of potential risks • Coordinating the marketing of bonds • Performing other related services as needed