The School Board of Marion County, Florida - Banking Services - RFP #4189RC (2026)
Marion County School DistrictSchool · Ocala, FL- Due
- Aug 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
The 30-second brief
The School Board of Marion County, Florida is seeking proposals from qualified financial institutions to provide comprehensive banking services, including Public Funds Deposit Accounts under Florida Chapter 280, Purchasing Cards (P-Cards), and Merchant Processing Services. The scope includes maintaining a minimum of 5 physical branches disbursed around Marion County and the City of Ocala, handling a daily disbursement limit of at least $30 million, ACH blocks/notification alerts, positive pay capabilities, and monthly statements with check images. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on August 7, 2026, with written questions due by July 27, 2026. The initial contract term runs from October 6, 2026 through December 31, 2031, with one renewable 5-year option period.
Qualifications of Firm (30 Points), Qualifications of Personnel and Experience of Relationship Team (20 Points), Project Organization, Methodology and Plan (15 Points), Cost of Services including ECR and Interest Earned on Excess Balances (30 Points), References of the Firm (5 Points)
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Summary
The School Board of Marion County, Florida is seeking proposals from qualified financial institutions to provide comprehensive banking services, including Public Funds Deposit Accounts under Florida Chapter 280, Purchasing Cards (P-Cards), and Merchant Processing Services.
The scope includes maintaining a minimum of 5 physical branches disbursed around Marion County and the City of Ocala, handling a daily disbursement limit of at least $30 million, ACH blocks/notification alerts, positive pay capabilities, and monthly statements with check images. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on August 7, 2026, with written questions due by July 27, 2026. The initial contract term runs from October 6, 2026 through December 31, 2031, with one renewable 5-year option period.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications of Firm (30 Points), Qualifications of Personnel and Experience of Relationship Team (20 Points), Project Organization, Methodology and Plan (15 Points), Cost of Services including ECR and Interest Earned on Excess Balances (30 Points), References of the Firm (5 Points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Drug-Free Workplace Certification Form (Attachment A)
- Acknowledgment of Addenda (Attachment B)
- Division of Corporations Registration Requirements (Attachment C)
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion (Attachment D)
- Reference Form (Attachment E)
- Banking Services - Pricing Sheet in Excel Format
- Required Response Form
- Submit to
- www.myvendorlink.com
- Duration
- 62 months
- Scope location
- Ocala, FL
- Reported agency
- School Board of Marion County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Marion County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.myvendorlink.com.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Marion County School District in FL, 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.
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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: "Qualifications of Firm (30 Points), Qualifications of Personnel and Experience of Relationship Team (20 Points), Project Organization, Methodology and Plan (15 Points), Cost of Services including ECR..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Marion County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Marion County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Marion County School District 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.
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: Drug-Free Workplace Certification Form (Attachment A), Acknowledgment of Addenda (Attachment B), Division of Corporations Registration Requirements (Attachment C), Certification Regarding Debarment, S. Review the full document from Marion County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ocala, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.