San Jose State University CALST - Systemwide Gift Cards - CALST-RFP-00000827 (2026)
- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Erika Takenaka
The 30-second brief
San Jose State University seeks proposals from qualified vendors for systemwide gift cards to be used by CSU campuses and authorized locations under solicitation CALST-RFP-00000827. The supplier shall provide access to a broad catalog of physical and digital gift cards across multiple merchant categories including retail, grocery, restaurants, fuel, entertainment, travel, and general-purpose prepaid cards, accommodating one-time, recurring, and scheduled orders. The contractor must process small and high-volume bulk orders, provide shipment tracking information, expedited and rush order capabilities, real-time order status tracking, customer support during normal business hours, and detailed invoicing identifying merchant, denomination, quantity, discounts, fees, and shipping charges. The submission deadline is September 18, 2026.
Physical and digital gift cards across multiple merchant categories; Shipment tracking information; Expedited and rush order capabilities; Fraud, Theft, And unauthorized activation prevention procedures; Real-time or near real-time order status tracking; Customer support; Detailed invoices
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Summary
San Jose State University seeks proposals from qualified vendors for systemwide gift cards to be used by CSU campuses and authorized locations under solicitation CALST-RFP-00000827.
The supplier shall provide access to a broad catalog of physical and digital gift cards across multiple merchant categories including retail, grocery, restaurants, fuel, entertainment, travel, and general-purpose prepaid cards, accommodating one-time, recurring, and scheduled orders. The contractor must process small and high-volume bulk orders, provide shipment tracking information, expedited and rush order capabilities, real-time order status tracking, customer support during normal business hours, and detailed invoicing identifying merchant, denomination, quantity, discounts, fees, and shipping charges. The submission deadline is September 18, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Physical and digital gift cards across multiple merchant categories
- Shipment tracking information
- Expedited and rush order capabilities
- Fraud, Theft, And unauthorized activation prevention procedures
- Real-time or near real-time order status tracking
- Customer support
- Detailed invoices
- Submit to
- [email protected]
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Jose State University?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 18, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Erika Takenaka.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Jose State University in CA, 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 Erika Takenaka. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Physical and digital gift cards across multiple merchant categories; Shipment tracking information; Expedited and rush order capabilities; Fraud, Theft, And unauthorized activation prevention procedures; Real-time or near real-time order status tracking; Customer support; Detailed invoices. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from San Jose State University?
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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 San Jose State University for the complete list.