RFQ Document

The University of Arkansas System (the “University”, “UA System”, or “UAS”) requests statements of qualifications from qualified persons willing to provide the UA System and its component institutions and colleges legal advice and assistance with legal matters relevant to college radio stations FCC licensure issues.

The UA System Office of the General Counsel, for the benefit of the UA System and as authorized by the Board, has issued this RFQ seeking statements of qualifications from Respondents qualified and willing to serve as outside legal counsel for the UA System, as needed and from time to time, in connection with FCC regulatory and compliance matters.

In evaluating responses, the evaluators will consider the qualifications of the Respondents to provide the following services:

• Advising on FCC licensure issues for radio stations of state institutions of higher education and colleges;
• Preparing FCC applications for license renewals for radio and television stations, license changes, assignments and transfers of control;
• Monitoring and participating in agency proceedings and advising of relevant decisions and proposed rulemaking;
• Responding to FCC inquiry letters, investigations, notices of apparent liability, and negotiating consent decrees; and
• Advising and assisting on other matters governed by FCC regulations.

Respondents must name the attorneys who would provide services and specify whether each is a partner or an associate. Submissions should include bios and other information demonstrating each attorney’s relevant experience.

**Submission:** All SOQs must be submitted in a sealed envelope with the RFQ number clearly visible on the OUTSIDE of the envelope/package. Respondents must submit one (1) signed original hard copy and one (1) digital/soft copy of their response (i.e., USB flash drive). Respondents may deliver their responses either by hand or through U.S. Mail or other available courier services to the address shown above. No call-in, emailed, or faxed responses will be accepted.

Responses are due **December 3, 2026**, **5:00 PM CST**. Responses received after the submission deadline may be rejected as untimely.

**Redacted copy:** Respondents must submit one (1) separate electronic copy of the response from which any information exempt from public disclosure has been redacted (marked “REDACTED COPY”).

**Evaluation:** SOQs will be evaluated based on: (1) the specialized experience and technical competence of the Respondent with respect to the type of professional services required; (2) the capacity and capability of the Respondent to perform the work in question, including specialized services, within any time limitations identified; (3) the Respondent’s past record of performance with respect to such factors as control of costs, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules and deadlines; and (4) the Respondent’s proximity to and familiarity with the area in which a particular project may be located.

**Insurance:** Successful Respondent(s) agree to maintain malpractice insurance, at their sole expense, in the minimum amount of **$500,000** per claim for an occurrence during the term of any resulting contract for representation. Proof of insurance must be included in the response.

Services will be compensated at an hourly rate, with expenses reimbursed, unless otherwise agreed. The responses submitted shall be valid for acceptance for at least 90 days following the opening date.