CHESLA Refi CT Financing Vehicles

The Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority (CHESLA) is seeking proposals from regional financial institutions with experience in originating student loans or offering direct placement and purchase drawdown structures. The purpose of this solicitation is to identify qualified entities capable of supporting the refinancing of Connecticut's higher education financing vehicles. Interested firms are encouraged to demonstrate their recent relevant experience or provide a rationale for their qualifications if their experience is limited. The contract, titled "CHESLA Refi CT Financing Vehicles," has a project scope outlined in an attached document and is open for responses until November 13, 2024. The project budget ranges from five million to twenty million dollars, with the work to be performed within Connecticut. The solicitation is issued by the Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority, a quasi-public state agency established in 1982 to assist students and families in financing higher education. The primary contact for this opportunity is Kara Stuart, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. The project aims to facilitate the refinancing of existing Connecticut higher education financing programs, supporting the state's efforts to improve access to affordable education funding. Interested parties can find additional details and submit their responses through the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services' BidBoard portal.