Legal Services for College Radio Stations FCC Licensure Issues

The University of Arkansas System is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (RFQ No. 261105) to establish a pool of qualified outside legal counsel to provide expert advice and assistance regarding FCC regulatory and compliance matters. The scope of work includes advising on FCC licensure issues for radio stations at state institutions of higher education, preparing applications for license renewals, changes, assignments, and transfers of control, monitoring agency proceedings, and responding to FCC inquiry letters, investigations, and notices of apparent liability. The selected counsel will be expected to provide high-quality, professional services consistent with industry standards. Evaluation of respondents will be based on specialized experience, technical competence, capacity to perform work within time limitations, past performance records, and proximity to the project location. Applicants must submit a signed original hard copy and a digital copy on a USB flash drive in a sealed envelope. Required documentation includes a letter of introduction, a Conflict of Interest Form, and a Contract and Grant Disclosure and Certification Form. Additionally, successful respondents must maintain malpractice insurance of at least $500,000 per claim and certify compliance with Arkansas state laws, including prohibitions against boycotting Israel and ownership restrictions related to the People's Republic of China.