RFP-Merchant Card Svcs.doc

The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the City of Independence, Missouri for Merchant Card Services. It includes details such as the proposal submission deadline, pre-proposal conference date, and the requirement to submit proposals online via a specific website. The RFP outlines the structure of the document, including sections on Introduction, Background, Scope of Services, Proposal Submission Requirements, Evaluation Criteria, and more. It also mentions the City's current merchant services contract expiration date and the intended contract term if awarded. Additionally, the document provides information about the City's operations, payment acceptance methods, current payment products in use, and transaction volumes for various City locations. The RFP emphasizes compliance with Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards and the availability of information submitted in response to the RFP for public review in accordance with relevant laws.