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(9)CITY OF SANTA ANA <br />E. UNDERSTANDING PROPOSAL <br />It is the responsibility of each Proposer to inquire about any criteria, condition, term, <br />provision, or requirement of the RFP that the Proposer does not understand. Responses <br />to inquiries, if they significantly change or clarify the RFP requirements or any aspect of <br />the procurement process, will be forwarded by addenda to all Proposers. The City will not <br />be bound by any oral responses to inquiries. By submitting proposals, Proposers assert <br />that they have fully read the RFP and any addenda issued by the City, the proposed <br />Contract and any other Contract Documents, and affirm that the terms and conditions <br />stated therein are fully understood and are acceptable to the Proposer. Each Proposer <br />accepts the terms and conditions of the Contract Documents and indicates their ability <br />and willingness to perform the requested services under such terms and conditions. Any <br />exceptions to the terms and conditions set forth in the Contract Document should be <br />clearly noted in each Proposer's proposal. <br />F. PROPOSAL CONTENTS <br />Proposals are to be prepared in such a way as to provide a straightforward, concise <br />delineation of capabilities to satisfy the requirements of this RFP. Colored displays, <br />promotional materials, etc., are not necessary or desired. Emphasis should be <br />concentrated on conformance to RFP instructions, responsiveness to the RFP <br />requirements, and on completeness and clarity of content. Dividers and clear organization <br />of content and material are encouraged. <br />The proposal shall be limited to 15 one-sided pages using a minimum 11-point font size <br />(excluding a maximum two -page cover letter and requested transaction lists). As an aid to <br />evaluation, the proposal should respond to each question or requirement in consecutive <br />order, as follows: <br />1. Cover Letter <br />Proposals shall include a letter signed by a principal or authorized representative who <br />can make legally binding commitments for the entity. Include type of business entity. <br />Cover Letter shall not exceed two pages. Cover letter will not be counted against the <br />15-page limit. <br />Cover letter must be addressed to the following: <br />Kathryn Downs <br />Executive Director of Finance & Management Services Agency <br />City of Santa Ana <br />20 Civic Center Plaza <br />Santa Ana, CA 92701 <br />2. Agreement Statement <br />Proposal shall include a statement outlining your concurrence or concerns with any and <br />all provisions as contained in this RFP. <br />3. Firm and Team Experience <br />Proposal shall include a profile of the firm's experience including the following: <br />RFP No. 21-025 Underwriting Services for Pension Refinancing Bonds Page 7 of 24 <br />