Subject: Notification of Counsel's Decision Declining to Submit Proposal as Bond Counsel for the City of Hawaii [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [City Clerk's Name] City Clerk [City Name] [City Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [City Clerk's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to inform you of the decision made by [Law Firm's Name] regarding the city's request for proposal (RFP) to serve as bond counsel for the City of Hawaii. After careful consideration and evaluation of the RFP requirements, our firm has regrettably decided not to submit a proposal to serve as bond counsel for the City of Hawaii. This decision was made after analyzing various factors, such as our current workload, client commitments, and available resources. Please understand that this refusal to submit a proposal is not a reflection of any concerns about the city or its initiatives. We acknowledge the valuable contribution the City of Hawaii makes to its residents and commend your proactive approach to establishing an outstanding community. Should you require any further information or clarification regarding our decision, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at [Your Email Address] or [Your Phone Number]. We will be more than happy to provide additional details or answer any inquiries you may have. We deeply appreciate the trust and confidence the City of Hawaii has placed in our firm by inviting us to be a part of your bond counsel selection process. Furthermore, we are indeed grateful and humbled for the opportunity, but we believe it would be in the best interest of both parties to decline this proposal at this time. Once again, thank you for considering our firm as a potential bond counsel for the City of Hawaii. We commend your efforts in pursuing excellence and wish you success in your future endeavors. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Title/Position] [Law Firm's Name] [Law Firm's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code]