The University System is requesting letters of interest and qualifications from firms having expertise in providing alternative private educational loans. The purpose of this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is to create a list of qualified lenders from which the university can identify and provide to its students and parents information regarding lenders of private loan products that have competitive rates, excellent customer service and borrower benefits. University seeks information from lenders interested in serving our traditional undergraduate, non-traditional undergraduate and graduate students, and parent populations for Alternative Educational Loan Programs. Students and their families will be notified of the loan products for the 2011-2012 academic year, but will also receive information stating that University will process loans from any lender. Students and their families will be able to apply for loans through the lender of their choice without penalty.