The State of Maryland is seeking information from vendors regarding a hosted payment processing system. The system should include secure embedded checkout functionality, server-side payment workflows, and integrated refund processing. It must support vaulting of payment methods, robust reconciliation and reporting capabilities, and provide administrative dashboard access. Compliance with all applicable federal security standards is required.

Respondents are requested to provide capability statements outlining relevant experience and recommended approaches for achieving the desired outcomes. Feedback is also sought on the feasibility of the proposed solution, performance targets, and key implementation considerations. Vendors are encouraged to comment on draft evaluation criteria, highlight potential risks and constraints, and suggest possible alternative solutions. Rough order-of-magnitude or unit pricing information, along with any discount methodologies, should be included.