Texas DIR/ESBD #240k

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Seeks ACH Services from Qualified Financial Institutions

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is seeking proposals from qualified financial institutions for Automated Clearing House (ACH) services to support electronic payments for the State of Texas. - Government Buyer: - Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - Eligible Vendors: - Only financial institutions designated as state depositories by the Comptroller, per Texas Government Code Chapter 404 and the State Depository Handbook - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive ACH services, including: - Secure ACH file transmission - ACH credit and debit processing - Fraud alerting and account validation - Monthly reporting - Internet-based and secure FTP origination - Maintenance and special processing (e.g., debit block, transaction block, account maintenance) - Artificial intelligence maintenance and item scanning - Returned payment investigation and error handling - Same day ACH origination - Federal wire transfer surcharges and related services - Integration with state payroll and accounting systems (USPS, SPRS, CAPPS, USAS, CAPPS Financials) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Non-legacy system solution required - Extensive cybersecurity, confidentiality, and performance standards - Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan required; good faith efforts to utilize Texas certified HUBs - Detailed ACH transaction volume and schedule data provided - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are mentioned, as this is a services procurement. - Place of Performance: - Austin, Texas (primary contracting office and likely place of performance) - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $1,000,000 - Period of Performance: - Initial term from July 1, 2026, to August 31, 2029, with an option to extend to August 31, 2030, and possible six-month transition extension.

Description

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is soliciting proposals from qualified financial institutions to provide Automated Clearing House (ACH) services. The solicitation seeks a non-legacy system solution to support electronic payments for Texas state government, including payroll and other payments. The contract aims to secure services that offer the best value to the state, with a response deadline of May 19, 2026. The estimated contract value is approximately $1,000,000.

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