Opportunity
El Paso Water Ionwave #RFP31-26
EPWater seeks Arbitrage Rebate Services for Tax-Exempt Bond Obligations
Posted
September 20, 2026
Respond By
October 14, 2026
Identifier
RFP31-26
NAICS
541213
El Paso Water Utilities - Public Service Board (EPWater) is seeking proposals for Arbitrage Rebate Services for its tax-exempt bond obligations for Fiscal Year End 2027. - Government Buyer: - El Paso Water Utilities - Public Service Board - Purchasing & Contracts Administration Office - Services Requested: - Arbitrage rebate calculations for multiple bond issues and refundings - Computations for extendable commercial paper - Final (5th year) reporting for each bond issue/refunding - Preparation of IRS forms and supporting documentation - Assistance with IRS inquiries and post-issuance compliance monitoring - Training on arbitrage rules - Service Line Items & Quantities: - Annual arbitrage rebate computation for each bond issue/refunding (estimated 30 per year) - Computation for extendable commercial paper (estimated 2 per year) - Final (5th year) reporting fee (estimated 1 per year) - General arbitrage rebate services (quantity not specified) - Unique Requirements: - Ability to handle a range of bond types, including water, wastewater, and municipal drainage utility bonds - Compliance with IRS Code Section 148 and Texas Local Government Code procurement standards - Contract term is one year with up to six one-year extensions, plus possible month-to-month extension - Submission of bids electronically or by sealed bid - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation. - Estimated annual allowance for additional services is included.
Description
EPWater is soliciting proposals for Arbitrage Rebate Services for Fiscal Year End 2027. The services include calculating and reporting arbitrage rebate liabilities for tax-exempt obligations, ensuring compliance with applicable IRS regulations, and preparing required tax filings and supporting documentation. Proposals can be submitted electronically or by sealed bid. A pre-proposal meeting and live reading will be held via Microsoft Teams.