Small Business Interest Loan Buydown Program
| Location: | Texas |
|---|---|
| Posted: | Jan 13, 2026 |
| Due: | Feb 17, 2026 |
| Agency: | City of Austin |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation No: | RFQS 5500 RGW4005 |
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Solicitation Details
| Type: |
Request For Qualifications (RFQS) |
| Status: | Open |
| Solicitation Number: | RFQS 5500 RGW4005 |
| Description: | Small Business Interest Loan Buydown Program |
| Summary: |
The City of Austin ("City") seeks to establish a contract with a qualified financial
institution to serve as a lending partner for a pilot Small Business Loan Interest Buydown Program. The pilot initiative will allow the awarded Contractor to lower or eliminate interest rates on loans made to eligible small businesses using City-funded interest buydown assistance. |
Contact Information
| Authorized Contact Names: | |
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Solicitation Specific
Questions: |
Richard Whipple (512) 9743349 richard.whipple@austintexas.gov |
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Small Minority Business
Resources Questions: |
Ruby Villanueva-Kellough (512) 9747639 smbrcompliancedocuments@austintexas.gov |
Dates & Times
| Important Solicitation Dates: | |
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Solicitation Published: |
01/12/2026 07:20 AM |
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Response Due: |
Prior to 02/17/2026, 02:00 PM |
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Response Opening: |
02/17/2026, 03:00 PM |
Special Notes
| Special Notes: |
None Available |
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| RFQS 5500 RGW4005 - Attachment A - Exceptions | docx | 01/12/2026 | Download |
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| RFQS 5500 RGW4005 - Offer and Certifications | docx | 01/12/2026 | Download |
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