(1) Vendor needs to provide payment processing framework consultant service to the government authority located in Arkansas. – The agency is seeking to improve the efficiency, transparency, and consistency of its payment processing framework. – Agency goal is to create a seamless payment experience for students, faculty, staff, and guests. – We want to advance our current systems to include digital wallet support, while also developing or maintaining appropriate compliance and risk mitigation strategies – Agency desires to learn more about the services available to help support the university in a wholesale review and analysis of its current card, digital, and wallet–based payment acceptance environment. – This work will extend beyond basic reviews of the network environment, physical payment devices, etc – It will encompass all aspects of card and wallet–based payment acceptance including but not limited to payment technology and lifecycle management, funding for campus support (including PCI costs), MID analysis, staffing levels, various third–party systems, and the agency’s current processor(s). • Agency is seeking information involving the following key requirements – Create a consistent, centralized process to evaluate, approve, and implement various card, digital, and wallet payment methods and platforms – Assess current processes, recommend improvements, and guide the implementation of a more robust and manageable card, digital, and wallet payment strategy – Ensure Procurement, IT, and Finance staff are well–informed and equipped to manage new processes, with access to clear documentation, training, and support. (2) All the questions must be submitted no later than January 15, 2026