When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 18, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 4, 2026.

It was issued by East Tennessee State University. The work is located in Johnson City, Tennessee, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Financial institutions with experience serving government or educational accounts. Expertise in zero-balance accounts, ACH, Positive Pay, and multi-user online banking controls. Capability to deliver customized electronic reporting and fraud prevention services. Strong regional presence in Tennessee or surrounding states. Proven track record with multi-year public sector banking contracts.

Banking Services (Due June 18, 2026)

Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Johnson City, Tennessee, United StatesPosted: May 27th, 2026Deadline: June 18th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a provider for a five-year contract to deliver full-service banking solutions, including specialized financial technology, ACH, fraud protection, and daily transaction reporting, for a government authority in Johnson City, Tennessee.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

May 22, 2026: Institution Issues RFP

May 26, 2026: Disability Accommodation Request Deadline

June 4th, 2026: Written Questions Deadline

June 9th, 2026: Institution Responds to all Questions

June 18th, 2026: RFP Proposals Due

June/July 2026: Institution Completes Technical Proposal Evaluations

August 2026: Institution Issues Intent to Award Letter and Opens RFP Files for Public Inspection

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 4th, 2026

Issuing Agency

East Tennessee State University

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Johnson City, Tennessee is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive banking services. The services must support operating accounts, student services, specialized financial technology, and the maintenance of master zero–balance accounts. Additional required functions include management of accounts payable, payroll, auxiliary enterprise accounts, daily electronic reporting of balances and transactions, ACH (automated clearing house) services, and robust wire transfer capabilities.

Vendors must also implement Positive Pay services for check fraud protection, ACH debit blocks, and multi-level user authentication for online banking transactions. The contract is expected to span five years, ensuring stability and continuity of banking operations.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 18, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 4, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by East Tennessee State University. The work is located in Johnson City, Tennessee, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Financial institutions with experience serving government or educational accounts
Expertise in zero-balance accounts, ACH, Positive Pay, and multi-user online banking controls
Capability to deliver customized electronic reporting and fraud prevention services
Strong regional presence in Tennessee or surrounding states
Proven track record with multi-year public sector banking contracts

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