Financing Biddings - Procurement Opportunities

The East Orange School District is soliciting bids for lease purchase financing to acquire vehicles. The total principal amount is $1,026,349. 00. The bid opening is on May 13, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at the school business administration offices. The repayment term is 10 years with equal annual payments commencing July 15, 2025. The bid award will be based on the lowest indexed interest rate. Bidders must disclose all additional charges. Questions or clarifications must be submitted in writing up to three days prior to the bid submission deadline. Additional documents are required, including a bid proposal form, affirmative action questionnaire, non-collusion affidavit, statement of ownership disclosure, contractor/vendor questionnaire, acknowledgement of addenda, disclosure of investment activities in Iran, statement of suspension or debarment, Americans with Disabilities Act of **** equal opportunity language, and New Jersey antidiscrimination provisions. The successful respondent must submit a New Jersey business registration certificate and a federal affirmative action certificate within ten days of the award. Bidders must hold pricing for sixty days from the date of the bid request. The board requests that the rate be held for thirty days. The board has opted to award the bid with an indexed rate. Respondents may offer an alternative index to the ICE index. The board reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive any irregularities in the proposal process.

This RFP seeks to empanel consultants for financial, technical advisory, and legal consulting services related to alternative delivery methods for construction and financing projects. Key dates include RFP issuance (May 1, 2025), deadline for questions (May 8, 2025), proposal due date (June 5, 2025), and notice of empanelment (no earlier than June 30, 2025). Proposals must meet specific qualifications and certifications, including experience with similar services to public organizations, particularly in social infrastructure and/or P3 projects. The selection process involves a preliminary review, evaluation based on criteria (qualification, experience, team approach, diversity, MWBE/SDVOB goals), and potential interviews. The successful proposer will be subject to contract negotiation and approval by appropriate authorities. Additional documents required include a cover letter, organizational description, project experience details, approach to service provision, value derivation from project opportunities, license numbers, equal opportunity employment policy, diversity questionnaire, W9 form, and insurance requirements. Proposers must also agree to pre- and post-audit access and disclose any potential conflicts of interest. The contract will be interpreted under New York State law. The RFP includes specific requirements for financial, technical advisory, and legal consultative services, including experience, team composition, and scope of services. The notice also mentions requirements for MWBE/SDVOB participation, vendor responsibility questionnaire (VRQ), and compliance with New York State business registration requirements.

The City of Marceline, Missouri is seeking answers to questions regarding its RFQ for municipal financial advisory services. The answers address financing options for various projects, including wastewater plant construction and upgrades, and the AMI advanced metering infrastructure system. The city anticipates using lease-purchase agreements for some projects, secured by utility rates. Cost estimates for some projects are available, while others are still being developed. The selected firm will help evaluate financing options and develop a comprehensive funding strategy for presentation to citizens.

Proposals are sought for full service elevator maintenance, repair, and emergency services at various NYCEDC and City of New York sites. Respondents may submit questions by 5:00 PM ET on May 6, 2025, regarding the RFP subject matter. Questions regarding downloading and submitting proposals are due by May 20, 2025. Responses are due by May 20, 2025, at 11:59 PM, via electronic upload. Submission guidelines are available in the RFP, effective April 29, 2025. The response must include an MWBE participation proposal. NYCEDC complies with all federal, state, and city laws prohibiting discrimination and takes affirmative action to ensure MWBE participation. Information about the NYCEDC MWBE program and certified MWBE companies is available online.