Project Financial Advisor Services Term Contract

The Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority (AIDEA) is seeking a financial advisor to provide services on an as-needed basis to assist the Authority in carrying out its financial responsibilities. The advisor will assist in decisions that could have a financial impact on the Authority, including debt management issues. The contract will be for a term of two years with four additional one-year renewal options. The advisor will provide services such as assisting in the development, review, monitoring, and revision of financial strategies and policies, providing assistance and advice on proposed changes to statutes and regulations, and assisting in the review of unrestricted assets and cash projections. • The advisor will provide oral and written advice, research, evaluation, report preparation, and written policy proposals. • The advisor will assist in the procurement of other financial services and provide recommendations on current investments and financing and proposed project investment opportunities. • The advisor will assist in developing and delivering credit presentations to the Authority's board, the Legislature, rating agencies, bond insurers, and investor groups. • The advisor will review the recommendations of the managing underwriter with respect to the timing of the bond sale and provide an independent review of the proposed pricing and other offering terms.