Arizona State Treasurer's Office RFP 25-03 - Arizona Department of Corrections Card Account Solutions (2025)
Treasurer s Office | State of ArizonaState · Phoenix, AZ- Due
- Dec 22, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jackie Harding
- (602) 542-7176
The 30-second brief
The Arizona State Treasurer's Office is seeking proposals for card account solutions and alternative banking services for the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) Inmate Release Card Program. The required solution involves a reloadable debit card account allowing immediate online creation, balance inquiries via teller, online, ATM or toll-free phone, ATM cash withdrawals, and Point of Sale (POS) transactions. Vendors must support card issuance, balance loading for up to six months after activation, transaction processing, settlement, and reporting features including activation, modification, and pending release card reports. The contract term is three years with two possible one-year extensions. Proposals are due by December 22, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. Arizona Time. Evaluation criteria include Pricing (30%), Conformance to Scope of Work (30%), Method of Approach (30%), and Experience of Company (10%). Mandatory requirements include completing the AZRAMP Level 1 Prerequisite Control Sheet and meeting NIST security standards.
Pricing (Cost) 30%, Conformance to Scope of Work 30%, Method of Approach 30%, Experience of Company 10%
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Summary
The Arizona State Treasurer's Office is seeking proposals for card account solutions and alternative banking services for the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) Inmate Release Card Program.
The required solution involves a reloadable debit card account allowing immediate online creation, balance inquiries via teller, online, ATM or toll-free phone, ATM cash withdrawals, and Point of Sale (POS) transactions. Vendors must support card issuance, balance loading for up to six months after activation, transaction processing, settlement, and reporting features including activation, modification, and pending release card reports. The contract term is three years with two possible one-year extensions. Proposals are due by December 22, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. Arizona Time. Evaluation criteria include Pricing (30%), Conformance to Scope of Work (30%), Method of Approach (30%), and Experience of Company (10%). Mandatory requirements include completing the AZRAMP Level 1 Prerequisite Control Sheet and meeting NIST security standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Pricing (Cost) 30%
- Conformance to Scope of Work 30%
- Method of Approach 30%
- Experience of Company 10%
- Submit to
- Office of the State Treasurer, Attn: Jackie Harding, 1700 W. Washington, 1st Floor Room 102, Phoenix, AZ 85007 or via secure email to [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Phoenix, AZ
- Reported agency
- Arizona State Treasurer's Office
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Treasurer s Office | State of Arizona?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 22, 2025. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the State Treasurer, Attn: Jackie Harding, 1700 W. Washington, 1st Floor Room 102, Phoenix, AZ 85007 or via secure email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Jackie Harding.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Treasurer s Office | State of Arizona in AZ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jackie Harding at (602) 542-7176. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Pricing (Cost) 30%, Conformance to Scope of Work 30%, Method of Approach 30%, Experience of Company 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Treasurer s Office | State of Arizona?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Treasurer s Office | State of Arizona for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Phoenix, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
