Independent Financial Advisors Vendor Pool

The U.S. Maritime Administration’s Office of Marine Financing is establishing a pre-qualified pool of Independent Financial Advisors to support the Federal Ship Financing Program under Title XI of 46 U.S.C. Chapter 537. These advisors will provide objective, third-party financial and economic analyses to assess the viability and soundness of projects seeking government-guaranteed loans, ensuring that federal investments in maritime infrastructure are economically justified and responsibly managed. The vendor pool will serve as a critical resource for evaluating proposals and mitigating financial risk within the Title XI program. Interested firms must respond to solicitation number 693JF726Q000009 by the deadline of February 28, 2027, and must align with the NAICS code 523940, which pertains to financial advisory services. The opportunity is open to qualified entities without set-aside restrictions, and performance will be centered in Washington, D.C. Primary contact for inquiries is Paul Jasper at the Department of Transportation, with secondary support available from David Gilmore. All submissions must follow the specific instructions outlined in the official notice, and further details can be accessed via the SAM.gov link provided.