27-0004 - Municipal Board Advisor

West Liberty University seeks a qualified Municipal Bond Advisor to guide the institution through a $9‑$11 million bond financing for campus capital‑improvement projects. The advisor will evaluate financing alternatives, structure the transaction, coordinate with bond counsel, underwriters, rating agencies, and provide support through pricing, closing, and post‑closing reporting. The scope includes delivering a financing alternatives memorandum, debt‑capacity analysis, board presentation materials, and all ancillary documentation required for a successful bond issuance. The contract is a one‑time purchase with a preference for a fixed‑fee arrangement and reimbursable expenses; the vendor must be a registered municipal advisor with experience in higher‑education bond financings and be licensed in West Virginia. • Conduct financing evaluation, debt‑capacity analysis, and develop schedule/timeline. • Coordinate all financing team participants (counsel, underwriters, trustees, rating agencies). • Provide rating‑agency support, pricing analysis, and closing assistance, delivering required memoranda and presentation decks.