Financial Advisory Services

Howard County, Maryland is seeking qualified firms to provide independent financial advisory services covering municipal bond issuance, capital lease financing, public‑private partnerships, and tax increment financing. The County may award one or more of these advisory areas, and contractors can bid on any combination of the four service categories. The contract will initially run for one year with up to nine one‑year renewal options, and the estimated annual contract value falls in the $250,001–$500,000 range (Group D). The County requires compliance with its Equal Business Opportunity subcontracting goal (15 % minority participation) and a living‑wage rate of $19.83/hr for service contracts over $100,000. Bids must be submitted electronically by July 15, 2026, with questions due by June 22, 2026. • Scope includes General Obligation bond advisory, capital‑lease financing advice, PPP financing guidance, and Tax Increment Financing consulting. • Contractor must provide fully‑burdened hourly rates for up to six staff levels per service line and calculate blended rates based on an assumed 250 hours per year. • Required certifications include EBO participation, living‑wage compliance, and insurance coverage (CGL $1 M, auto $1 M, workers’ comp).