TITLE XI PROGRAM ADVISORY SERVICES

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is soliciting proposals to establish Blanket Purchase Agreements for advisory services supporting the Title XI Program. Selected firms will assist the Department of Transportation in evaluating applications for Federal credit assistance, specifically targeting well-qualified organizations with significant project finance expertise in municipal bonds, corporate bonds, commercial banking, and public-private partnerships. Task orders issued under these agreements will typically involve financial advisory services for upcoming credit transactions, as well as research and specialized advisory services to fulfill program requirements.

This procurement is categorized under NAICS 541618 for Other Management Consulting Services and PSC R410 for Support- Professional: Program Evaluation/Review/Development. Work will be performed in Washington, DC, and the solicitation is managed by the 693JF7 DOT Maritime Administration. The project specifically seeks firms with specialized experience in large commercial loan risk review and approval processes.

The response deadline for solicitation number 693JF720R000020 is July 31, 2020. The solicitation was first published on June 24, 2020, and includes eight attachments such as a Statement of Work, Blanket Purchase Agreement terms, and selection criteria. Karen Lee Gill serves as the primary point of contact for this requirement. Information regarding the proposal submission format and question-and-answer responses were issued through updates leading up to the final deadline.