TouchNet Bill and Payment Service Sole Source Procurement for New Mexico Highlands University

The State of New Mexico, through New Mexico Highlands University, is executing a sole‑source procurement for the TouchNet Bill and Payment Service, a SaaS platform that integrates with the Ellucian Banner student information system and the university’s housing software to provide PCI‑compliant payment collection and billing‑plan capabilities. The contract is valued at $62,500 for a twelve‑month term beginning July 1 2026. • Scope: Provide a web‑based payment gateway, billing‑plan tools, and data integration between Banner SIS, TouchNet, and student‑housing applications. • Vendor: TouchNet (Lenexa, Kansas) – sole‑source due to exclusive integration with Ellucian Banner. • Funding: $62,500 fixed‑price; no competitive bidding; public notice required for 30 days.