Municipal Advisor

The City of Pittsburgh, through the Department of Finance and the Office of Management and Budget, is seeking a municipal advisor for a three-year contract under solicitation 2026-RFP-003. The selected advisor will provide expert guidance on bond and debt issuance, restructuring, and management, while representing the City's interests in meetings with underwriters, bond counsel, and the SEC. Key responsibilities include preparing and reviewing official statements and closing documents, analyzing financial proposals from investment bankers, assisting with required filings and registrations, and helping the City procure other necessary professionals such as bond insurers and verification agents. Proposals must be submitted electronically by October 16, 2026. The award will be based on a points-based evaluation focusing on the project approach and plan (30%), cost proposal (30%), firm qualifications and experience (15%), project team qualifications (15%), and MWDBE/VOSB good faith efforts (10%). The City has established participation goals of 18% for Minority-Owned and 7% for Women-Owned businesses, with additional goals for Veteran-Owned (5%) and LGBTQIA+ businesses (3%). The successful contractor must comply with the Pittsburgh City Code, including the Service Worker Prevailing Wage Ordinance, ethics codes, and confidentiality agreements. All travel expenses must generally align with GSA rates for Pittsburgh.