Specifications include, but are not limited to: The primary role of the Financial Advisor under this contract is to provide advice on all aspects of any proposed capital financing. This includes developing innovative solutions to COTA’s funding requirements in order to achieve the most advantageous financing terms; reviewing and making appropriate recommendations on funding for potential projects, creating financial analysis, assisting COTA with the selection of underwriting firms and managing the financing process for COTA (including but not limited to, consultation and guidance related to rating agency presentations and other presale functions). Additionally, it is expected that the Financial Advisor selected will provide ongoing support, as needed, to the Chief Financial Officer.