When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 27, 2026.

It was issued by Essex County Improvement Authority. The work is located in Fairfield, New Jersey, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Financial advisory firm with substantial public-sector and municipal finance experience. Expertise in debt issuance, credit structuring, and financing alternatives. Experience preparing official statements and evaluating debt securities. Proven ability to support underwriting selection and negotiations. Knowledge of variable-rate debt, interest-rate swaps, and derivative products.

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Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Fairfield, New Jersey, United StatesPosted: October 1, 2026Deadline: November 27, 2026

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SUMMARY

A governmental authority in Fairfield, New Jersey, is seeking a financial advisor to support debt financing, credit structuring, transaction documentation, official statements, and underwriting negotiations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission
Must be registered with the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board
Must provide evidence of registration with submittal
Must accept and acknowledge in writing that the firm shall not serve as an underwriter for any bonds or notes issued by the Authority while on the Qualified List
Must be prohibited from having any financial interest in any underwriting firm serving the Authority while on the Qualified List
Must provide an hourly fee schedule for professionals
Must provide a copy of the most recent filing of the employee information report with the State of New Jersey Division of Contract Compliance & Equal Employment Opportunity

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Release of RFP: October 1st, 2026

Response Due Date: October 27th, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Essex County Improvement Authority

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DESCRIPTION

The governmental authority in Fairfield, New Jersey, seeks financial advisory services related to debt financings and other financial matters. The selected advisor will provide guidance on credit structures, maturity schedules, call provisions, and other terms and conditions for debt offerings.

Services will include evaluating negotiated, competitive, or private placement sale methods; reviewing legal documents for debt transactions; examining financing alternatives such as variable-rate debt, interest-rate swaps, and other derivative products; and preparing official statements with updated demographic and financial information. The advisor will also assess the creditworthiness of debt security and assist with selecting and negotiating with investment banks regarding underwriting services.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 27, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Essex County Improvement Authority. The work is located in Fairfield, New Jersey, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Financial advisory firm with substantial public-sector and municipal finance experience
Expertise in debt issuance, credit structuring, and financing alternatives
Experience preparing official statements and evaluating debt securities
Proven ability to support underwriting selection and negotiations
Knowledge of variable-rate debt, interest-rate swaps, and derivative products

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