Project Investment Banking and Underwriting Services

The Alaska Energy Authority is seeking an investment‑banking firm to structure, underwrite, and market approximately $400 million of tax‑exempt revenue bonds (or equivalent financing) for the expansion of the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project. The selected underwriter will develop financing options, assess credit, create a marketing plan, and propose compensation structures, with potential involvement of co‑managers. • Scope: Analyze financing structures, model interest costs, and recommend bond issuance strategy for a $400 M project. • Deliverables: Detailed financing analysis, credit assessment, marketing plan, underwriting spread proposal, and co‑manager recommendations. • Timeline: RFP posted 4/24/26, questions due 5/4/26, proposals due 5/19/26, award expected 5/29/26, with financing activities likely beginning Dec 2026.