Frederick County Public Schools - 27MISC6, Banking and Direct Deposit Services - 2026
Frederick County Public SchoolsSchool · Frederick, MD- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Melissa Rollison
- (301) 644-4008
The 30-second brief
Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) requests sealed technical and cost proposals from qualified financial institutions to establish a contract for comprehensive banking services. Services include depository, disbursement, payroll direct deposit, investments, custodial, and student activity fund banking. The contract term is effective from May 1, 2027 through February 29, 2032, with options to renew. Proposals must be submitted electronically via OpenGov Procurement by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on October 28, 2026.
Section V Technical Requirements - 35, Direct Deposit - 40, Public Funds - 40, Student Activity Funds - 30, References - 20, Subcontractor Compliance - 15, Merchant Services - 20, Software Demo - 40, Cost Proposals - 50
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Summary
Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) requests sealed technical and cost proposals from qualified financial institutions to establish a contract for comprehensive banking services.
Services include depository, disbursement, payroll direct deposit, investments, custodial, and student activity fund banking. The contract term is effective from May 1, 2027 through February 29, 2032, with options to renew. Proposals must be submitted electronically via OpenGov Procurement by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on October 28, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Section V Technical Requirements - 35
- Direct Deposit - 40
- Public Funds - 40
- Student Activity Funds - 30
- References - 20
- Subcontractor Compliance - 15
- Merchant Services - 20
- Software Demo - 40
- Cost Proposals - 50
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Signature Page
- Statutory Affidavit and Non-Collusion Certification
- Certification of Compliance
- Current W-9
- Contractor Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- Proprietary Information Form
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/fcps
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Frederick, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Frederick County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/fcps. For questions, contact Melissa Rollison.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Frederick County Public Schools in MD, 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 Melissa Rollison at (301) 644-4008. 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: "Section V Technical Requirements - 35, Direct Deposit - 40, Public Funds - 40, Student Activity Funds - 30, References - 20, Subcontractor Compliance - 15, Merchant Services - 20, Software Demo - 40,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Frederick County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Frederick County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Frederick County Public Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Signature Page, Statutory Affidavit and Non-Collusion Certification, Certification of Compliance, Current W-9, Contractor Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form, Proprietary Information Form. Review the full document from Frederick County Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Frederick, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.