Description
The State of Missouri is seeking a vendor to provide e-payment services, including merchant card, debit card, check conversion, and other electronic payment processing services for various state agencies. The vendor must have at least 5 years of experience providing e-payment services to state government agencies of similar size to the State of Missouri. The contract will be for a period of 3 years, with the option for other government entities to participate in the Cooperative Procurement Program. The vendor must comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) and Cardholder Information Security Program (CISP). Some key features of the contract include:
• Providing e-payment services 24/7, with scheduled maintenance allowed during certain timeframes
• Developing a distribution list of state agency personnel users and notifying them of system outages and planned maintenance
• Partnering with each state agency's liaison to ensure services meet their requirements
• Processing payments related to Medical Marijuana as authorized by Article XIV, Section 1 of the Missouri Constitution
• Participating in the Cooperative Procurement Program and providing services to other government entities
• Complying with the Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act and certifying that the company is not currently engaged in and shall not engage in a boycott of goods or services from the State of Israel