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October 5, 2016Shepherd University is soliciting proposals from investment banking firms, banks and other qualified entities in connection with the purchase of Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2016, to be issued by The Shepherd University Board of Governors (the “Issuer”) in an original aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $ 37,000,000 (the “Bonds”). The proceeds of the Bonds will be used to refund the Issuer’s Revenue Bonds Series 2005 issued in the original aggregate principal amount of $ 22,925,000, approximately $18,435,00018,722,500 of which is currently outstanding, and to refund the Issuer’s Revenue Bonds Series 2007 issued in the original aggregate principal amount of $ 20,090,000, approximately $16,250,00016,475,000 of which is currently outstanding and to pay costs of issuing the Bonds and related costs.Attached, please find the University's Request for Proposals No. SU17-02. Please note that all responses are due no later than 4:00 PM local time on October 20, 2016 to:Shepherd University Procurement Services301 N King Street217 Ikenberry HallPO Box 5000Shepherdstown, WV 25443Attn: Debra LangfordThank you for your interest in the Shepherd University. If you have any questions please call me at (304) 876-5216.Debra LangfordExecutive Director of Purchasing REQUEST FOR PROPOSALSfor PURCHASE OF REVENUE REFUNDING BONDSIssued by:Shepherd UniversityProcurement ServicesOctober 2016SECTION 1 - INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPOSERS1.1SCOPE OF REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS PURCHASEShepherd University is soliciting proposals from investment banking firms, banks and other qualified entities in connection with the purchase of Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2016, to be issued by The Shepherd University Board of Governors (the “Issuer”) in an original aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $ 37,000,000 (the “Bonds”). The proceeds of the Bonds will be used to refund the Issuer’s Revenue Bonds Series 2005 issued in the original aggregate principal amount of $ 22,925,000, approximately $18,435,00018,722,5000 of which is currently outstanding, and to refund the Issuer’s Revenue Bonds Series 2007 issued in the original aggregate principal amount of $ 20,090,000, approximately $16,250,00016,475,000 of which is currently outstanding and to pay costs of issuing the Bonds and related costs. The Series 2016 Bonds will be issued on a parity with the Prior Bonds described below pursuant to a Bond Trust Indenture dated as of May 1, 2005, by and between the Issuer and Wesbanco Bank, as bond trustee (the “Bond Trustee”), as supplemented and amended by the First Supplemental Indenture dated October 1, 2007 and by the Second Supplemental Indenture dated December 1, 2013 ( collectively, the “Indenture”). The Bonds will be secured by and payable from Pledged Revenues of Shepherd University (the “University”) that have been pledged to the payment of such Series 2016 Bonds and certain funds held by the Trustee under the Indenture, on parity with the Issuer’s Revenue Bonds Series 2013 (the “Prior Bonds”). The Series 2016 Bonds also are payable from (but not secured by) other moneys legally available to be used for such purposes. The sources of payment of, and security for, the Series 2016 Bonds are more fully described in Attachment GF.The Series 2016 Bonds will be issued on a parity with respect to liens, pledge and Source of security for payment, and in all respects, with the issuer’s revenue refunding bonds Series 2013, issued on December 1, 2013, in the original aggregate principal amount of $6,730,000 (the “Prior Bonds”).The Bonds will be limited obligations of the issuer payable on a parityparity with the prior bonds and secured solely by the pledged revenues. INn June 2016 construction begain on Potomac Place, a nfnew residence hall that will accommodate approximatelyori 300 residence students. Potomac Place is a privatrlyprivately onwnedowned stuructruestructure. Paypments paid by the residents shall be the property of the Corporation which owns Potomac Place and are not included in the University’s pledge. The bonds will not be bank qualified bonds.The Bonds and any other obligations, agreements, covenants or representations contained in the bond indenture, deed of trust or other documents relating to the bonds, shall never constitute a general obligation of the issuer. The Series 2013 Bonds may not be deemed to be obligations or debts of the State of West Virginia, and neither the credit nor the taxing power of the State of West Virginia, and neither the credit nor the taxing power of the State of West Virginia is pledged for the payment of the Series 2013 Bonds.1.2PROPOSAL SUBMISSION AND CERTIFICATIONSealed proposals and other required documents shall be enclosed in a sealed opaque envelope and shall be identified as a "Request for Proposals" including the RFP number, and the RFP opening time and date. The proposer, by making a proposal, represents that: (a) the proposer has read and understands the RFP documents, terms and conditions, and the proposal is made in accordance therewith; and (b) the proposal is based upon the materials, equipment, systems, printing and/or services specified.The envelope shall be addressed to Shepherd University Procurement Services, 217 Ikenberry Hall, PO Box 5000, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 and must be submitted on or before October 20, 2016 at 4:00 p.m., local time.Proposals received after the time and date for the proposal opening will be returned unopened. The proposer shall assume full responsibility for timely delivery at the location designated for receipt of bids. Oral, telephonic, facsimile, emailed, or telegraphic proposals are invalid and will not receive consideration.The proposal must be signed by such individual or individuals who have full authority from the proposer to enter into a binding contract on behalf of the proposer so that a contract may be established as a result of acceptance of the proposal submitted. By reference, the terms and conditions set forth in the Request for Proposal shall serve as the contract terms and conditions. No other terms and conditions will apply unless submitted as a part of the proposal response and accepted by the University.By submitting a proposal, the investment banking firm, bank or other qualified entity submitting a proposal represents and warrants:That it is currently licensed to do business and to provide investment banking or banking services, as the case may be, in the State of West Virginia and that it will take such action as, from time to time hereafter, may be necessary to remain so qualified; That it is not in arrears with respect to payment of any monies due and owing the State of West Virginia, or any department or agency thereof, including, but not limited to, the payment of taxes and employee benefits, and that it shall not fall into arrears during the term of the financing; that it shall comply with all federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and legally enforceable rules and regulations applicable to its activities and obligations under the contract;That it shall procure, at its expense, all licenses permits, insurance, and governmental approvals, if any, necessary to the performance of its obligations with respect to the requested financing;That it will be responsible for any expenses incurred in the preparation and/or presentation of the proposals and oral interviews, if conducted, or for the disclosure of any information or material received in connection with this solicitation, whether by negligence or otherwise; That the facets and matters set forth in this proposal are true and correct. 1.3PROPOSAL COPIESOne original, signed and completed, and three (3) copies of the proposal shall be submitted to the University.1.4 OFFER ACCEPTANCE PERIODProposal (offer) shall remain in effect for a minimum period of ninety-(90) calendar days from the proposal opening date unless otherwise indicated and is irrevocable.1.5REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SCHEDULEOctober 510, 2016:Request for Proposals is issuedOctober 6-14, 2016:Question/Answer Time PeriodOctober 20, 2016:Proposals Due 4:00 PMOctober 21, 2016:Target Award Date:October 27, 2016Prior to December 31, Target Contract Effective/Settlement Date20161.6 TERM OF AGREEMENTThe term of the proposed supplemental indenture and maturity schedule of the bond issuance shall be for 20 years from settlement date. ten years, 8 months, and 20 days commencing on November 9, 2016 through June 30, 2027. The agreement may be extended as mutually agreed upon by the University and the awarded proposer.1.76INQUIRIESCommunications with employees of Shepherd University concerning this RFP by the proposer or on the proposer’s behalf, except as is specified below would not be appropriate during the submission and selection process. Failure to comply with this requirement may disqualify a proposer.All questions and/or inquiries concerning this request shall be submitted in writing to:Shepherd University Procurement Services217 Ikenberry Hall301 N King StreetPO Box 5000Shepherdstown WV 25443Debra Langford, Executive DirectorDlangfor@shepherd.eduInquiries submitted after close of business on October 14, 2016 may be disregarded by the University at its discretion due to proximity to the opening date. Proposers should consider the Department of Procurement Services as the first and prime point of contact on all matters related to the procedures associated with this RFP. If additional information is needed from any source, Procurement Services will work with the Proposer and the various offices of the University to gather that information.Should any firm find discrepancies in or omissions from this RFP or be in doubt of the meaning, the firm should at once request in writing an interpretation from the University as described above. All necessary interpretations will be made available to all recipients of this RFP in the form of addenda to the RFP and such addenda shall become part of this RFP. Failure of any recipient of this RFP to receive any such addendum or interpretation shall not relieve such recipient from any obligation under their proposal as submitted. The University will assume no responsibility for oral instructions or suggestions. ORAL ANSWERS SHALL NOT BE BINDING ON Shepherd University. Every interpretation made by the University will be made in the form of an addendum that, if issued, will be sent by the University to all interested parties by Shepherd University Procurement Services. Procurement Services can also be reached by:Telephone:(304) 876-5216Facsimile:(304) 876-5001But nNo substantive information will be provided to Proposers verbally or on an individualized basis.1.8 ELIGIBLE PROPOSERSProposals will be accepted only from entities who:Are free from all obligation, interest and regulatory problems which might conflict with the interests of Shepherd University, the Shepherd University Board of Governors, the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission, and the State of West Virginia. Are experienced in public finance transaction and have an established reputation for excellence and the ability to successfully transact public finance business. Are able to demonstrate the availability of relevant resources, including capital, personnel, data processing, credit analysis, sales distribution capacity, and other professional services necessary in connection with the issuance, structuring, and purchase of Bonds.1.98INTERPRETATION, CORRECTIONS OR CHANGES IN RFPAny interpretation, correction or change in the RFP will be made by formal addendum by the University. Interpretations, corrections, or changes to the RFP allegedly made in any other manner will not be binding, and no proposer may rely upon any such interpretation, correction or change.1.109MODIFICATION OR WITHDRAWAL OF PROPOSALSPrior to the time and date designated for receipt of proposals, a proposal submitted may be modified or withdrawn by notice to the party receiving proposals at the place designated for receipt of proposals. Such notice shall be in writing over the signature of the proposer with authority as set forth under paragraph 1.2 above and shall be received prior to the designated time and date for receipt of proposals. A modification shall be worded so as not to reveal the amount of the original proposal.1.110ERASURES AND INTERLINEATIONSErasures, interlineations, or other changes in the proposal must be initialed by the person(s) signing the proposal.1.121ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS OF RFPReceipt of an addendum to this RFP must be acknowledged by a proposer on the Proposal Response Certification (Attachment A).1.13 VENDOR REGISTRATIONThe apparent successful proposer must be properly registered with the West Virginia Department of Administration, Purchasing Division, and have paid the required vendor registration fee. The current vendor registration fee is $125.1.142NON-FUNDING All services performed or goods delivered under this contract are to be continued for the term of the Purchase Order/Contract, contingent upon funds being appropriated by the Legislature or otherwise being made available. In the event funds are not appropriated or otherwise available for these services or goods, this Purchase Order/Contract becomes void and of no effect after June 30.1.15 PAYMENTS AND INTEREST ON LATE PAYMENTSPayment may only be made after the delivery and acceptance of services. Payment of services cannot be prepaid and must be processed in arrears. Interest may be paid for late payment in accordance with West Virginia Code.1.16 RESIDENT VENDOR PREFERENCEA resident vendor preference will be granted upon written request in accordance with the West Virginia Code, as identified in Attachment C.1.173TAX EXEMPTION The State of West Virginia, the Higher Education Policy Commission, and Shepherd University Governing Board and its institutions are exempt from federal and state taxes and will not pay or reimburse such taxes.1.184REJECTION OF PROPOSALSThe University shall have the right to reject any and all proposals, in whole or part; to reject a proposal not accompanied by a required security or other data required by the RFP documents; reject a proposal, which is in any way incomplete or irregular; or to reissue a Request for Proposals.1.19 PROPOSAL PRICEThe fees submitted in the proposal shall include everything necessary for the prosecution and completion of the contract including all fees applicable to the transaction., 1.20 AWARD OF CONTRACTThe award shall be made by the University to the responsible proposer whose proposal will be most advantageous to the University with respect to maximizing savings and refinancing the existing debt, applicable fees, conformance to the specification, quality and other factors as evaluated by the University. All proposals are governed by the West Virginia Code and the Procedural Rules of the Governing Board having jurisdiction.The University may award a contract on the basis of initial offers received, without discussion; therefore, each initial offer should contain the offeror’s best terms from a cost and technical standpoint.1.2115TRADE SECRETSIf the response contains any trade secrets that should not be disclosed to the public or used by the University for any purpose other than evaluation of your proposal, the top of each sheet of such information must be marked with the following legend:“CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION”All information submitted as part of the proposal must be open to public inspection (except items marked as trade secrets and considered trade secrets pursuant to the State of West Virginia laws after the award has been made). Should a request be made of the University for information that has been designated as confidential by the Vendor and, on the basis of that designation the University denies the request for information, the Vendor may be responsible for all legal costs necessary to defend such action if the denial is challenged in a court of law.1.22 INVOICINGUpon award of the contract, the successful proposer will be responsible for invoicing the University for fees. It is the responsibility of the vendor to provide invoices to the University to ensure payment is made for fees rendered. Fees rendered will be paid in arrears, and the University will not prepay for fees. 1.23 SMALL, DISADVANTAGED VENDORSShepherd University makes positive efforts to utilize Small, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises for its supplies and services and shall allow these sources the maximum feasible opportunity to compete for contracts. Shepherd University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability for the provision of services. SECTION 2 – INSTRUCTIONS FOR PREPARING PROPOSALSCONTENTS OF PROPOSALS.2.1 GENERALTo aid in the evaluation process, it is required that all responses comply with the items and sequence as presented in paragraph 2.2, RFP Response Outline. Paragraph 2.2 outlines the minimum requirements and packaging for the preparation and presentation of the response. Failure to comply may result in rejection of the response. The proposal should be specific and complete in every detail, prepared in a simple and straightforward manner. Proposers are expected to examine the entire Request for Proposals, including all specifications, standard provisions and instructions. Failure to do so will be at the proposer’s risk. Each proposer shall furnish the information required by the invitation. It is required that proposal entries be typewritten. Periods of time, stated in number of days, in this request or in the proposer’s response, shall be in calendar days. 2.2 RFP RESPONSE OUTLINEResponse Sheet: The Proposal Response Certification (Attachment A) shall be attached to the front of the proposal and shall contain the proposer’s certification of the submission. It shall be signed by an official who has full authority to enter into a contract. Background and History: Describe the company, its age, organization, officers or partners, number of employees and operating policies which would affect this contract. State the number of years your organization has been continuously engaged in business.Proposer shall include at least three (3) references where such services are currently being provided. Please include organization, contact name, title, telephone number and email address. Cost Proposal (Attachment C): Proposer must include any standard fees in the refinancing of current bonds. For the purposes of assisting in the response to this proposal, the University has identified and anticipates an original aggregate principal amount of $37,000,000. Please provide pricing associated with the issuance:management fee;expenses, including investment banker’s counsel, printing, etc. andrisk, if applicable. Closing costsPlease describe any other costs for which your firm will request to be reimbursed.Conflict of Interest and Adverse Legal Situation: Affirm that your firm and all individuals that will be assigned to this transaction are free from all obligations, interest and regulatory problems which might conflict with the interests of Shepherd University.Disclose any information about your firm that presently, or in the future, could impair your firm’s ability to provide the services required for this transaction. Financing Team’s Qualifications and Experience:Identify all members of your team who will be involved in the Shepherd University transaction.Please provide background, relevant experience, and their role in the proposed transaction. G. Bond Information:1. Proposals responsive to this request should contain at a minimum the following information:1.Interest rate:T The interest rate or rates on the proposed Bonds (a fixed rate is required);2. Redemption Premiums or Other Prepayment Penalties, if any:2.Redemption premiums or other prepayment penalties, if any. The University would prefer that there not be any redemption premiums or other prepayment penalties but will accept proposals with or without redemption premiums or other prepayment penalties.3. Maturity Date and Amortization Schedule: 3.The proposed maturity date and amortization schedule for the proposed Bonds. The University requires an amortization period of approximately 20 years.4. Bonds Proposal Amount: 4.The University desires to receive proposals for up to $37,000,000 in original principal amount of the Bonds but reserves the right to have the Bonds issued in an original principal amount less than $37,000,000. The fees and expenses of Bond Counsel and other issuance costs may be included in the principal amount of the Bonds.Debt Service Reserve Fund: 5.Please address Wwhether a debt service reserve fund will be required with respect to the Bonds and, if required, the amount of the debt service reserve fund.6.Loan Origination Fees: The amount of any loan origination fees and a list of all other costs of issuance relating to the issuance of the proposed Bonds that would be payable by the Issuer, excluding the fees and expenses of Bond Counsel which has already been retained by the Issuer.7.Time Schedule: Provide an Aapproximate time schedule for the issuance of the proposed Bonds; the University desires to issue the Series 2016 Bonds prior to December 31, 2016. Payments to Trustee: Please indicate 8.Wwhether payments will be made on the Bonds quarterly, semi-annually or otherwise; 9.Location/address of the investment banking firm, bank and other qualified entity submitting the proposal and name, address, telephone number and e-mail address of local representative/contact for all issues or problems relating to the subject financing;9. Appraisal: Please indicate 11.Wwhether an appraisal will be needed and, if so, the timeframe for appraisal completion and the party responsible for payment of the appraisal and also the maximum loan-to-value percentage;Due Diligences: Please indicate 11.wWhether any other due diligence will be needed and, if so, the timeframe for completion of such due diligence and the party responsible for payment of the due diligence.; and 12.Fully executed Non-Collusion Certificate (see Attachment B).Vendor Preference Certificate (Attachment D): The Vendor Preference Certificate, if applicable, should be completed and submitted. No Debt Affidavit: The No Debt, Attachment E, acknowledges that neither the responding vendor nor any related party owes a debt to the State of West Virginia. Please note that annual audits for Shepherd University and other information regarding the University are available on the University’s website at __________. In addition, it should be noted that on May 4, 2016, Moody’s Investors Service updated Shepherd University’s revenue bonds ratings to A3. Issuer will not be responsible for any expenses incurred in the preparation and/or presentation of the proposals and oral interviews, if conducted, or for the disclosure of any information or material received in connection with this solicitation, whether by negligence or otherwise. The Issuer reserve the right to reject any and all proposals, with or without cause, and waive any irregularities, technicalities, or informalities in the proposals and to take whatever action is in the best interest of the University. The University and Issuer further reserve the right to make such investigations as it deems necessary as to the qualifications of any and all parties submitting proposals. In the event all proposals are rejected, the Issuer reserve the right to solicit additional proposals.The University shall make positive efforts to utilize Disadvantaged Business Enterprises for its supplies and services and shall allow these sources the maximum feasible opportunity to compete for contracts, including without limitation the financing described herein. Shepherd University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability for the provision of services.Only written responses to this RFP shall be considered. All materials submitted shall become part of the proposal.SECTION 3 – PROPOSALS AND AWARD SCHEDULE:A.Proposals received prior to the deadline will be treated as confidential, until receipt of all proposals and opening of the same. Proposals received after the deadline will not be considered in the evaluation process and will be returned unopened.B.It is expected that the award of the subject financing will be made within five (5) business days after the opening of proposals. The contract will be awarded to the investment banking firm, bank and other qualified entity whose proposal, conforming to this request, will be the most advantageous to Shepherd University.C.Proposals must give the full name and address of the proposer and the person signing the proposal shall indicate his or her title and/or authority to bind the investment banking firm, bank and other qualified entity submitting the proposal in a contract.D.Proposals may not be altered or amended after they are opened.E.The approval or disapproval of the proposal will be determined by its response to this request and on past performance. No assumptions should be made on the part of the investment banking firm, bank and other qualified entity submitting a proposal that the University has prior knowledge of their abilities.F.The University reserves the right to request clarification of information submitted and to request additional information of one or more applicants.SECTION 3 – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONGENERALShepherd University is soliciting proposals from investment banking firms, banks and other qualified entities in connection with the purchase of Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2016, to be issued by The Shepherd University Board of Governors (the “Issuer”) in an original aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $ 37,000,000 (the “Bonds”). The proceeds of the Bonds will be used to refund the Issuer’s Revenue Bonds Series 2005 issued in the original aggregate principal amount of $ 22,925,000, approximately $18,435,00050 of which is currently outstanding, and to refund the Issuer’s Revenue Bonds Series 2007 issued in the original aggregate principal amount of $ 20,090,000, approximately $16,250,000 of which is currently outstanding and to pay costs of issuing the Bonds and related costs.SERVICES REQUESTEDThe services being requested by the vendor are included, but may not be limited to, the services identified below: A.Provide a schedule of distribution of bond issuance costs, annual debt service payments and interest earnings to each of the two bond issuances. B.A copy of West Virginia Code §18-12-B et seq. is attached as attached as Attachment F.SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONShepherd University’s information can be found on the University’s website at HYPERLINK "" shepherd.edu Shepherd University’s financial statements can be found on the University’s website at HYPERLINK "" addition, it should be noted that on May 4, 2016, Moody’s Investors Service updated Shepherd University’s revenue bond ratings to A3. SECTION 4 - TERMS AND CONDITIONSA.Any proposal may be withdrawn up until the date and time set within this RFP for the opening of the proposals. Any proposal not so withdrawn will constitute an irrevocable offer, for a period of ninety (90) calendar days, to provide to the Issuer the financing set forth above, in the manner and at the costs set forth in the subject proposal.B.Prior to the closing, the selected investment banking firm, bank and other qualified entity shall not assign any interest in the financing and shall not transfer any interest in the same without prior written consent of the University.C.Investment banking firms, banks and other qualified entities submitting a proposal shall give specific attention to the identification of those portions of their proposals that they deem to be confidential, proprietary information or trade secrets and provide any justification why such materials, upon request, should not be disclosed by the University under the West Virginia Freedom of Information Act.D. Shepherd University reserves the right to request clarification of information submitted and to request additional information of one or more applicants.E.The University reserves the right to request interviews.F.By submitting a proposal, the investment banking firm, bank or other qualified entity submitting a proposal agrees that it is satisfied as a result of its own investigation of the conditions set forth in this request and that it fully understands the obligations set forth therein.G.By submitting a proposal, the investment banking firm, bank or other qualified entity submitting a proposal agrees to abide by and comply with the true intent of the RFP and agrees that it shall not take advantage of any unintentional error, ambiguity or omission. H.By submitting a proposal, the investment banking firm, bank or other qualified entity submitting a proposal represents and warrants:1.That it is currently licensed to do business and to provide investment banking or banking services, as the case may be, in the State of West Virginia and that it will take such action as, from time to time hereafter, may be necessary to remain so qualified;2.That it is not in arrears with respect to the payment of any monies due and owing the State of West Virginia, or any department or agency thereof, including, but not limited to, the payment of taxes and employee benefits, and that it shall not fall into arrears during the term of the financing; that it shall comply with all federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and legally enforceable rules and regulations applicable to its activities and obligations under the contract; 3.That it shall procure, at its expense, all licenses, permits, insurance, and governmental approvals, if any, necessary to the performance of its obligations with respect to the requested financing; 4.That the facts and matters set forth in its proposal are true and correct.Should any investment banking firm, bank or other qualified entity find discrepancies in, or omissions from, this RFP or be in doubt of the meaning, they should at once request in writing an interpretation from the University as provided for in Section 1.6 of this RFP. All necessary interpretations will be made available to all recipients of this RFP in the form of addenda to the RFP, and such addenda shall become part of this RFP. Failure of any recipient of this RFP to receive any such addendum or interpretation shall not relieve such recipient from any obligation under their proposal as submitted. The University will assume no responsibility for oral instructions or suggestions. ORAL ANSWERS SHALL NOT BE BINDING ON Shepherd University. Every interpretation made by the University will be made in the form of an addendum that, if issued, will be sent by the University to all interested parties.SECTION 4 – PROCUREMENT PROCESSPROPOSER LIST AND QUALIFICATION EVALUATIONAfter the established date for receipt of proposals, a listing of Proposers submitting proposals will be prepared, and will be available for public inspection. Proposals will not be opened nor read publicly. Qualifications and proposals submitted by interested Proposers will be reviewed and evaluated based on the evaluation factors set forth in the RFP.PROPOSAL CLASSIFICATIONFor the purpose of conducting discussions with individual offerers, if required, proposals will initially be classified as:A.AcceptableB.Potentially AcceptableC.UnacceptableDiscussions may be conducted, if required, with any or all of the proposers whose proposals are found acceptable or potentially acceptable. Offerers whose proposals are unacceptable will be notified promptly. The Executive Director of Procurement Services will establish procedures and schedules for conducting oral and/or written discussions.Proposers are advised the University may award a contract on the basis of initial offers received, without discussions; therefore, each initial offer should contain the offerer's best terms from a cost or price and technical standpoint.VENDOR INVESTIGATIONThe University will make such investigations, as it considers necessary to obtain full information on the vendors selected for discussionsFINAL OFFERS AND AWARD OF CONTRACTFollowing any discussions with proposers regarding their technical proposals, alternative approaches or optional features, a number of the firms may be requested to submit best and final offers. The committee will rank the final vendors for the project, giving due consideration to the established evaluation criteria. The committee will propose award to the proposal, which is found to be most advantageous to the University based on the factors set forth in the Request for Proposals.SECTION 5 – EVALUATION PROCESS /CRITERIAEVALUATION PROCESSShepherd University will evaluate all acceptable proposals based on the criteria identified. The proposal receiving the highest ranking will be declared the most advantageous to the University. EVALUATION CRITERIAThe evaluation criteria are listed below: SAVINGS ON THE ACTUAL DEBT SERVICE The cost savings that Shepherd University will benefit from this transaction. FINANCING TEAM’S QUALIFICATIONSCredentials and proven qualifications of the financing team. COSTCost of fees. that will be SECTION 65 – GENERAL CONTRACTUAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS ACCEPTANCE: Seller shall be bound by this Order and its terms and conditions uponreceipt of this Order. This Order expressly limits acceptance to the terms and conditions stated herein. Additional or different terms proposed by the Seller are objected to and are hereby rejected, unless otherwise provided for in writing by the Buyer and approved by the Attorney General.2.APPLICABLE LAW: The laws of the State of West Virginia and the Procedural Rules of the Governing Board having jurisdiction shall govern all rights and duties under the Contract; including, without limitation, the validity of this Purchase Order/Contract.3. ARBITRATION: Any references to arbitration contained in the agreement are hereby deleted. Disputes arising out of the agreement shall be submitted to the West Virginia Court of Claims. ASSIGNMENT: Neither this Order nor any monies due, or to become due hereunder, may be assigned by the Seller without the Buyer’s consent.BUYER: For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions, the “Buyer” means the institution purchasing goods and services for which a Purchase Order has been lawfully issued to the Seller.CANCELLATION: The Buyer may cancel any Purchase Order/Contract upon 30 days written notice to the Seller.7. COMPLIANCE: Seller shall comply with all federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances including, but not limited to, the prevailing wage rates of the W. Va. Division of Labor, if applicable.8. DELIVERY: For exceptions to the delivery date as specified in the Order, the Seller shall give prior notification and obtain the approval of the Buyer. Time is of the essence of this Order and it is subject to termination by the Buyer for failure to deliver on time.9.HOLD HARMLESS: The Buyer will not agree to hold the Seller or any other party harmless because such agreement is not consistent with state law; therefore, such a provision is void and of no effect.10.MODIFICATIONS: This writing is the parties’ final expression of intent. No modification of this Order shall be binding unless agreed to in writing by the Buyer.11.NON-FUNDING: All services performed or goods delivered under this Purchase Order/Contract are to be continued for the terms of the Purchase Order/Contract, contingent upon funds being appropriated by the Legislature or otherwise being made available. In the event funds are not appropriated or otherwise available for these services or goods, this Purchase Order/Contract becomes void and of no effect after June 30.12.ORDER NUMBERS: Contract Order numbers or Purchase Order numbers shall be clearly shown on all acknowledgments, shipping labels, packing slips, invoices and correspondence.13.PAYMENTS AND INTEREST ON LATE PAYMENTS: Payments may only be made after the delivery of goods or services. Interest may be paid on late payments in accordance with the West Virginia Code.14.RENEWAL: Any reference to automatic renewal is hereby deleted. The Contract may be renewed only upon mutual written agreement of the parties. 15.REJECTION: All goods or materials purchased herein are subject to approval of the Buyer. Any rejection of goods or materials resulting in nonconformity to the terms, conditions or specifications of this Order, whether held by the Buyer or returned to the Seller, will be at the Seller’s risk and expense.16.SELLER: For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions, the “Seller” means the vendor whose quotation, bid, proposal or expression of interest has been accepted and has received a lawfully issued purchase Order from the Buyer.17.SHIPPING, PACKING, BILLING & PRICING: Unless otherwise stated, all goods are to be shipped prepaid, FOB destination. No charges will be allowed for special handling, packing, wrapping, bags, containers, etc., unless otherwise specified. All goods or services shall be shipped on or before the date specified in this Order. Prices are those that are stated in this Order. No price increase will be accepted without written authority from the Buyer. 18.TAXES: The State of West Virginia (the Buyer) is exempt from Federal and State taxes and will not pay or reimburse such taxes.19.TERMINATION: In the event of a breach by the Seller of any of the provisions of this contract, the Buyer reserves the right to cancel and terminate this contract forthwith upon giving written notice to the Seller. The Seller shall be liable for damages suffered by the Buyer resulting from the Seller’s breach of contract.20.WARRANTY: The Seller expressly warrants that the goods and/or services covered by this Order will: (a) conform to the specifications, drawings, samples or other description furnished or specified by the Buyer; (b) be merchantable and fit for the purpose intended; (c) be free and clear of all liens, claims and encumbrances of any kind; and/or (d) be free from defect in material and workmanship. ATTACHMENT APROPOSAL RESPONSE CERTIFICATIONSHEPHERD UNIVERSITY ___________________DATEThe undersigned, as proposer, declares that he/she has read the Request for Proposals and the following proposal is submitted on the basis that the undersigned, the company and its employees or agents, shall meet, or agree to, all specifications contained therein. It is further acknowledged addenda numbers _____ to ____ have been received and were examined as part of the RFP document.______________________________________Name of Proposer ______________________________________Signature of Proposer______________________________________Title______________________________________Firm Name______________________________________Street Address______________________________________City, State, Zip______________________________________Telephone______________________________________Facsimile NumberATTACHMENT BNon-Collusion CertificateI HEREBY CERTIFY I am the _________________________________ (Title) and the duly authorized representative of __________________________________ whose address is .AND THAT NEITHER I nor, to the best of my knowledge, information and belief, the above entity nor any of its other representatives I here represent have:(a)Agreed, conspired, connived or colluded to produce a deceptive show of competition in the compilation of the proposal or offer being submitted herewith;(b)Not in any manner, directly or indirectly, entered into any agreement, participated in any collusion to fix the proposal of the bidder or offeror herein or any competitor, or competitive bidding in connection with the financing for which the within proposal or offer is submitted; and that no member of the ____________________, administrative or supervisory personnel or other employees of __________ have any interest in the proposing entity except as follows: (complete if applicable)I solemnly affirm under the penalties of perjury that the contents of the foregoing paper are true to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.SignatureDatePrinted or Typed Name ATTACHMENT CCOST PROPOSALATTACHMENT DATTACHMENT EATTACHMENT FATTACHMENT GCampus Building SpaceThe University’s campus consists of 49 buildings, 165 acres on East and West Campus, and 158 acres at the Tabler Farm.Building SpaceCategoryArea in Square FeetPercent TotalInstruction-Academic478,700 44%Living Quarters351,590 32%Support193,850 18%MaintenanceAll Buildings 59,94551,097,585 6% 100%Campus Master PlanThe State requires all State-funded universities to produce a 10-year plan as a prerequisite for state capital funding. In accordance with this requirement, the University adopted its 2014 Campus Master Plan (the “2014 Plan”) on June 6, 2013. The 2014 Master Plan outlines a set of long-term physical growth recommendations in support of the University’s mission and strategic plan. New learning, assembly, residential, dining, performance, recreational, athletic, administrative and program support facilities will be achieved through new construction, reuse and renovation projects on campus. The Master Plan builds on a series of successful improvements made during the previous 2004 master plan (the 2004 Plan). Recent and Current Capital ProjectsThe 2004 Plan identified the need for certain capital improvements on the West Campus as high priorities, including the expansion and improvement of the creative arts center, a new athletic building, a new parking lot, roadwork, water and sewer expansion, and other infrastructure improvements and new residence halls. These capital improvements were addressed with the University’s issuance of the Student Fee Revenue Bonds, Series 2003 (in the original principal amount of $5,990,000), the Infrastructure Revenue Bonds, Series 2004B (in the original principal amount of $3,405,000) and the Revenue Bonds, Series 2005 (in the original principal amount of $22,925,000). The University utilized federal grant funds to complete a new $10 million classroom building on the East Campus, Erma Ora Byrd Hall. The EOB provides state of the art nursing education facilities and has allowed the University to dramatically increase the number of students enrolled in nursing. The University received $12.5 million from the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission for Phase I of The Center for Contemporary Arts, which was completed in 2008. The WV HEPC also provided approximately $10 million, with a match of approximately $3 million by Shepherd, which has permitted the completion of Phase II of the CCA in April 2013.The planning, design and construction of a new wellness center was identified in the Campus Master Plan as a top priority. The University’s Series 2007 Bonds were used to finance the costs of planning, design, and construction and equipping of a 75,000 square foot wellness center addition to the Butcher Center. The Wellness Center was completed in June 2009 and has been a distinctive success as a student recruitment tool as well as in its record of memberships for employees and the community.Future Capital Projects In June of 2016 the University broke ground on a new 290 bed residence hall to be constructed on the West Campus. The $22 million 81,000sf facility will house a mix of single and double suite-style units. Amenities will include a foodservice and dining area, classroom, student lounges and study rooms. The residence hall is scheduled to open in fall of 2017 and is funded through a public private partnership between the University, EdR Collegiate Housing and the Shepherd University Foundation Supporting Organization. The new residence hall is a component of the 2014 Campus Master Plan. The plan identified Shepherd’s top priorities as improved campus identity, pedestrianization of King Street and “Campus Walk,” a new west campus residence hall and dining hall, a new parking garage, a new student center, additional smaller food service venues and physically and visually connecting the campus to the adjacent Potomac River. Tuition and Registration FeesSchool YearTuition and Fees(per semester)ResidentTuition and Fees(per semester)Non-ResidentRoom & Board2010-20112,6177,0234,1772011-20122,7777,0234,4002012-20132,9177,5684,5642013-20143,1287,9204,7652014-20153,2858,3144,9492015-20163,4158,3145,144Financial InformationThe UniversityThe audited financial statements of Shepherd as of June 30, 2015 and June 30, 2014 and for the years then ended are included. These statements include the Management Discussion and Analysis, the Statement of Net Assets, the Statement of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Assets, and the Statement of Cash Flows. These financial statements present all funds under the authority of Shepherd University. The financial statements of the University have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles as prescribed by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (“GASB”). The financial statement presentation required by GASB provides a comprehensive, entity-wide perspective of the University’s assets, liabilities, net assets, revenues, expenses, changes in net assets and cash flows.For more detailed financial statements and Independent Auditors’ Reports on fiscal years 2010-11 - 2014-15, go to HYPERLINK "" Assets Fiscal Years 2014 -15 – 2012-13 (in thousands) GASB 68 and 652014-152013 - 142012-13AssetsCurrent Assets $19,335 $17,678 $17,926Noncurrent Assets 132,102 135,387 137,869Total AssetsTotal Deferred Outflows of ResourcesTotal Assets and Deferred OutflowsOf Resources 151,437 43151,480 153,065 153,065 155,795155,795LiabilitiesCurrent Liabilities 8,160 7,166 9,250Noncurrent Liabilities 53,260 53,810 54,584Total LiabilitiesTotal Deferred Inflows of Resources 61,420235 60,976 63,834 -Net PositionNet Investment in Capital Assets 88,289 90,372 91,864Restricted 322 199 577,376Unrestricted 1,214 1,518 (480)Total Net Position $89,825 $92,089 $91,961Net Assets Fiscal Years 2011-12 – 2010-11 (in thousands) 2010-11 reflects early adoption of GASB 652011-122010-11AssetsCurrent Assets $23,091 $20,847Noncurrent Assets 125,169 121,016Total Assets 148,260 141,863LiabilitiesCurrent Liabilities 10,581 8,394Noncurrent Liabilities 55,588 54,158Total Liabilities 66,169 62,552Net AssetsInvested in Capital Assets, Net of Related Debt 77,701 71,982Restricted 568 537Unrestricted 3,822 6,792Total Net Assets $82,091 $79,311Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Assets Fiscal Years 2014-15 – 2012-132014-152013-142012-13Operating Revenues$43,174$43,863$42,821Operating Expenses59,42759,33958,609Operating Loss-16,253-15,476-15,788Nonoperating Revenues Net 14,68414,51215,555 Income (Loss) before Other Revenues, Expenses, Gains or Losses-1,569-964-233Capital and Bond Proceeds from Commission6,112Capital And Bond Proceeds from State11,0922,027Private Capital grants and gifts1,964Increase (Decrease) in Net Position -1,5681289,870 Net Position - Beginning of Year92,08991,96182,091Cumulative effect of change in accounting principle -695Net Position - Beginning of Year Restated91,39491,96182,091Net Position - End of Year89,82692,08991,961Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Assets Fiscal Years 2011-12 – 2010-112011-122010-11Operating Revenues$41,731$39,459Operating Expenses59,95957,276Operating Loss-18,228-17,817Nonoperating Revenues Net 15,77215,011 Income (Loss) before Other Revenues, Expenses, Gains or Losses-2,456-2,806Capital and Bond Proceeds from Commission4,6791,274Capital And Bond Proceeds from State394452Private Capital grants and gifts1628Increase (Decrease) in Net Position 2,779-1,072Net Position - Beginning of Year79,31280,384Net Position - End of Year$82,091$79,312Revenues1Includes scholarship allowance.2 Miscellaneous, including interest on students’ loans, receivables, and investment income. auxiliary FacilitiesResidence Halls FacilitiesAs of Fall 2015, Shepherd housed 1061 students in fourteen residence halls. All buildings are coed and include cable television, and high-speed internet service. Each room contains a bed, mattress, desk, desk chair, dresser, and closet/wardrobe for each person. Each room has window blinds. With the exception of the West Woods Complex, laundry facilities and mailboxes (one per room) are located in each building. Washers and dryers are free to residents of the building. Kitchens are included in each suite of the new apartment complex.Gardiner Hall – Gardiner Hall is a traditional residence hall with double-loaded corridors and hall bathrooms on each wing. The building houses 126 residents -- 102 are in doubles and 24 are in triples. Six rooms house undergraduate Resident Assistants (“RAs”). There are furnished lounges on each floor and a furnished lobby on the first floor. There is a security desk and RA office on the first floor as well. Lobby is air-conditioned and a shared kitchen is also on the first-floor. The lower level of the building houses Financial Aid, the Health Center, Counseling Center, the Dean of Students, and the Career Center.Kenamond Hall – Kenamond Hall is a traditional residence hall with double-loaded corridors and hall bathrooms on each wing. It houses only first-year students. The building houses 156 residents in doubles. Six rooms house undergraduate RAs. There are furnished lounges on each floor and a furnished lobby on the first floor. There is a security desk and RA office on the first floor as well. A Resident Manager apartment and office are located on the first floor of the building. Lobby is air-conditioned. A shared kitchen is on the first floor.Miller Hall – Miller Hall contains space for 28 students in four- and five-person suites (2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and common area). Two RAs live in this building. The common area space is furnished with seating for four. This building houses the University’s Honors program (2 offices and program space). The lower level contains the offices of Residence Life and the laundry facilities. This building is full air-conditioned.Shaw Hall – Shaw Hall houses our living-learning program where 145 students reside. Seven (7) RAs live in the building. One Resident Manager apartment and office are located in this building. Hall bathrooms are located on each of the eight wings. There is an RA duty office and security desk. There are lounges on each floor with kitchenettes and average-sized lobby. This building is air-conditioned.Thacher Hall – Thacher Hall houses 145 residents. Seven (7) RAs live in the building. One Resident Manager apartment is located in this building. Hall bathrooms are located on each of the eight wings. There is an RA duty office and security desk. There are lounges on each floor with kitchenettes. This building is air-conditioned.Turner Hall – Turner Hall is a traditional residence hall with double-loaded corridors and hall bathrooms on each wing. The building houses 150 residents in doubles. Six rooms house undergraduate RAs. There are furnished lounges on each floor and a furnished lobby on the first floor. There is a security desk and RA office on the first floor as well. A Resident Manager apartment and office are located on the first floor of the building. Lobby is air-conditioned. A shared kitchen is on the first floor.West Woods Complex – This complex contains six buildings: Boteler, Burkhart, Lurry, Martin, Moler and Yost. Burkhart, Lurry, Martin, and Yost each house 47 residents with one RA. Moler houses 39 residents with 1 RA. There is also an Assistant Director apartment on the first floor. Boteler houses 31 residents including 1 RA. There is a Resident Manager office, and Associate Director apartment and the service center for the complex on the first floor. The service center houses the laundry facilities, mailboxes, RA office, and small common area space with a kitchenette. This area may be accessed by all West Wood residents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The resident rooms are suites, which contain 2 double rooms, 1 bathroom, and 1 common area space. The common area space provides seating for four people.Residence Hall Apartment Complex - The complex includes two apartment style residence halls, Maple and Birch, totaling 71 apartments. Housing is provided for 300 students. Residence PolicyResidential life at Shepherd is considered an integral part of the educational program and serves to provide both direct and indirect opportunities for intellectual growth and personal development :? All single, full-time undergraduate students who are not commuting from a parent’s or guardian’s home within a designated area are required to live on campusMission StatementResidence Life fosters a safe and comfortable living-learning community that furthers the mission of Shepherd. We advocate for and adapt to the changing needs of students through the continuous enhancement of facilities, programs, and services. We empower students to develop as citizens through the exploration of individual freedoms, autonomy, and accountability to themselves and the community.Guiding PrinciplesUniversity students are the reason for our work.We offer students opportunities to explore their uniqueness as individuals and as members of a diverse community. We are committed to helping students develop beyond mere understanding and tolerance toward greater appreciation and acceptance.We provide innovative programs and sound policies and procedures that promote citizenship, life skills, and continuing education. Our programs and services enhance learning outside of the classroom and allow us to connect to the University’s academic mission.We create a dynamic environment through continuous improvement. Assessed issues are systematically reviewed and meaningfully implemented.Occupancy Rates (All Residence Halls)Academic YearCapacityFall OccupancyFall %Spring OccupancySpring %2011-20121301127097.6119391.72012-20131301122694.2109684.22013-20141301116989.9107482.62014-20151301113086.9101578.02015-20161301106181.692871.3Occupancy Rates (By Residence Hall for Fall 2015)Residence HallCapacityHousing% Occupancy# FemalesBoteler332472.7%10Burkhart474289.4%26Dunlop14812383.1%86Gardiner1187765.3%44Kenamond15713787.3%88Lurry473778.7%17Miller292172.4%11Martin4343100.0%25Moler413790.2%8Printz15312279.7%77Shaw14512485.5%60Thacher14512787.6%61Turner14810973.6%66Yost473880.9%25Totals 1,301 1,061 81.6%568Occupancy Rates (By Residence Hall for Spring 2015)Residence HallCapacityHousing% Occupancy# FemalesBoteler332575.8%10Burkhart474085.1%24Dunlop1489866.2%70Gardiner1186655.9%39Kenamond15711170.7%74Lurry473676.6%18Miller292482.8%12Martin434297.7%25Moler413380.5%8Printz15310367.3%68Shaw14510673.1%49Thacher14511579.3%52Turner1489664.9%55Yost473370.2%22Totals 1,301 928 71.3%526Room And Board Costs (Per Semester)2011-20122012-20132013-20142014-20152015-2016Traditional22162327242024452250 Suites25512679281529503095 Apartments2786292530953235338519 meals18491899195019992049Rate Increase4.6%4.6%3.4%1.4% Residence Hall Room Rate Comparison (2015-16)?Other Selective SchoolsDouble TraditionalDouble SuiteUniversity of Maryland30773207Towson University (MD)31193717Salisbury State University (MD)30753075Marshall University (WV)25422979West Virginia University 2079 2776Shippensburg University (PA)22203642James Madison University (VA)2282N/AFrostburg State University (MD)1984N/AFairmont State University (WV)20132291West Liberty State College (WV)2360N/AShepherd University (WV)22503095Concord University (WV)19142124Glenville State College (WV)2660N/APotomac State College (WV)17672167West Virginia State University24783350Virginia Tech23113017Other Auxiliary FacilitiesStudent CenterThe Student Center was constructed in 1952 and was expanded in 1972. The center is located on the East Campus and is approximately 50,000 square feet. The center houses the retail food operations, the University bookstore, campus meeting and conference facilities, and Student Affairs offices. Revenues for Fiscal Year 2015 were $969,493, including $712,034 from student fees, $257,459 from operations (i.e., bookstore rental, snack bar, games area) and $_0_ from interest income.BookstoreThe bookstore is located in the lower level of the Student Center and was renovated in Fiscal Year 2003. Revenues for Fiscal Year 2015 were $2,053,516, including $2,051,394 from operations (e.g. books, clothing, supplies) and $2,122 from interest income.AthleticsThe University constructed a new seating addition for Ram Stadium in 2001 increasing capacity to 5,000 seats. A field house, which houses locker rooms and training facilities, was constructed from a portion of the proceeds of the sale of the University’s Series 2003 Bonds and from private donations and artificial turf was added in 2008. These improvements also facilitated the development of women’s lacrosse as a varsity sport. Indoor athletic events are held in the Butcher Center arena, which was constructed in 1989 and contains 84,000 square feet. The arena also includes space for coaching staff and the Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department of the University. There are separate soccer, baseball and softball fields, as well as several practice fields. Athletics revenues for Fiscal Year 2015 were $2,222,657, including $1,703,903 from student fees, $518,754 from operations (i.e., event tickets, concessions, advertising). Wellness Center The Wellness Center opened in 2009. Approximately 2,700 individuals use the center each week. The facility has exercise equipment, a pool, an indoor track, a multipurpose gym, racket ball courts, and multipurpose rooms that are used for specialized training programs and administrative meetings. In addition to students, 300 staff and faculty as well as 900 community members use the Wellness Center. Revenues for Fiscal Year 2015 were $2,575,778, including $1,223,574 from operations and $1,352,204 in Wellness Center Capital Fees. Operating Revenues and Expenses – Auxiliary FacilitiesPROJECTED Pledged Revenues and Debt Service CoverageThe numbers in the table below are based upon the best information available to the Issuer, and the actual results may vary from this forecast.Assumptions for the Pledged Revenues and Debt Service Coverage Table [The following are to be revised consistent with information to be inserted in above table]Student Fees revenues for Fiscal Years 2011 through 2015 based on the following enrollments:FTE Count by Year:2011Fall = 3,748Spring = 3,4872012Fall = 3,836Spring = 3,4602013Fall = 3,774Spring = 3,4032014Fall = 3,642Spring = 3,3042015Fall = 3,458Spring = 3,106 Wellness Center Capital fees are based on $201 per full-time student per semester. Wellness Center Operations fees are based on $74 per full-time student per semester. Each Wellness fee is pro-rated for part-time students. Student Center fees are based on $109 per full-time student per semester and pro-rated for part-time students. Athletics fees are based on an Equity Fee of $75 per full-time student per semester and an Operations Fee of $204.50 per full-time student per semester. Of the total fee, $156 is pro-rated for part-time students and $50 is charged only to students taking twelve or more credit hours. Interest and the Maximum Annual Debt Service on the series 2005 and 2007 Bonds used in the calculation of Gross and Net Debt Service Coverage comes for the bond repayment schedule.Projected Financial Information: The University does not as a matter of course make public projections as to future revenues, expenses, increases in net assets or other results. However, the officials of the University have prepared the prospective financial information set forth below to present the full scope of the Project. The accompanying prospective financial information was not prepared with a view toward public disclosure or with a view toward complying with the guidelines established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants with respect to prospective financial information, but, in the view of the University’s officers, was prepared on a reasonable basis, reflects the best currently available estimates and judgments, and presents, to the best of such official’s knowledge and belief, the expected course of action and the expected future financial performance of the University. However, this information is not fact and should not be relied upon as being necessarily indicative of future results, and readers of this Official Statement are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the prospective financial information. Neither the University’s independent auditors, nor any other independent accountants, have compiled, examined, or performed any procedures with respect to the prospective financial information contained herein, nor have they expressed any opinion or any other form of assurance on such information or its achievability, and assume no responsibility for, and disclaim any association with, the prospective financial information. ................
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