Procurement Notice: Provision of Financial Advisory Services to the Ministry of Finance

The Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago has issued a public procurement notice seeking qualified financial advisory firms to provide advisory services that will support the Ministry’s strategic initiatives, budgetary processes, and policy development. The scope of work includes financial modelling, risk assessment, strategic planning, capacity‑building, and advice on debt management, public‑private partnership structuring, and fiscal sustainability. Interested firms must submit a detailed concept note, evidence of relevant experience, and complete a pre‑qualification questionnaire by the stipulated deadline (31 August 2026) through the Ministry’s e‑procurement portal. Proposals will be evaluated on technical capability (60 %), cost‑effectiveness (30 %), and local content (10 %). The selected advisor will collaborate closely with the Ministry’s Budget and Economic Affairs divisions, produce periodic briefing notes, attend inter‑agency meetings, and contribute to policy papers. The contract, anticipated to last twelve months with an option to extend, will be governed by the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Act, ensuring transparency, competition, and value for money. This procurement aligns with the Government’s broader agenda to modernise financial management, enhance fiscal oversight, and improve fiscal transparency, consistent with international best practices and IMF recommendations. The notice also outlines performance metrics, reporting requirements, and the possibility of contract extension contingent on satisfactory delivery of services.