Arbitrage Rebate Services

Collier County is seeking services to perform arbitrage rebate calculations related to its long-term, tax-exempt bond issues and direct placement bank term loans used for financing or refinancing various capital projects, including construction and acquisition of improvements. These financial obligations, which may be subject to the Internal Revenue Code's arbitrage rebate requirements, are detailed in an attached exhibit. The Consultant chosen for this contract will receive necessary financial data from the County's Clerk and Comptroller's Finance Department, including proceeds postings, expenditures, investment income, and valuation information, to accurately conduct these calculations. The current rebate calculations are maintained through September 30, 2025, and the scope may expand if the County issues additional debt subject to these compliance requirements during the contract term. The contract, titled "Arbitrage Rebate Services," is a solicitation issued by Collier County’s Clerk of Court’s Office with a response deadline of May 14, 2026. The service will support the County in meeting federal IRS rebate obligations to ensure continued tax-exempt status of its financing arrangements. The primary contact for this solicitation is a Procurement Strategist based in East Naples, Florida, and the work will be performed within the state. This engagement is critical to managing the fiscal and regulatory responsibilities tied to the County’s debt portfolio and maintaining compliance with federal tax law.