The purpose of the Request for Proposals (RFP) is to retain qualified bond counsel to provide advice and services related to the authorization and issuance of general obligation debt or CWF loans related to the financing of its capital projects. The District seeks services related to the preparation, authorization, and issuance of that financing to ensure that requirements of Chapter 67.12, Wisconsin Statutes, Federal Regulation 26 CFR Section 150, and any other applicable rules and regulations are met. The scope of services under this contract will include: Rendering of opinions regarding the authorization and issuance of municipal obligations including the legality of the obligations and the proceedings under which they were issued, the sources of payment or security for the obligations, whether and to what extent interest on the obligations is exempt from federal and Wisconsin income taxation (if applicable), and the status of the securities with respect to registration requirements under Federal and State securities laws. Reviewing the official statement for the accuracy and adequacy of disclosure documents. Preparing and reviewing of documents necessary or appropriate to the authorization, issuance, sale, and delivery of the bonds, including authorizing resolutions.
