How to bid on Merchant Processing Services for Gwinnett County Government

What Gwinnett County is buying

Gwinnett County Government is seeking proposals for merchant processing services. This will be a multi-year contract for their Department of Financial Services. This is an opportunity for firms specializing in financial transaction processing to secure a long-term agreement with a local government entity.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on July 13, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 06, 2026, at 2:50 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this exact time. Late submissions will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms that provide merchant processing services. Vendors should have experience in financial services and be able to support the needs of a government department. Firms currently on Gwinnett County's debarred, suspended, or ineligible source list cannot submit proposals.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents and instructions, you need to go to the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). The event number is PE-77023-NONST-2027-000000668. Viewing the posting and its documents is public and does not require an account.

Some Georgia events direct documents and responses to an external "Event Link" (Team Georgia Marketplace). If this is the case, follow those instructions. Otherwise, submit your response as directed on the GPR posting before the deadline. For questions, contact Katie Maldonado at [email protected].

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your proposal, ensure you clearly outline your firm's experience with merchant processing services, especially for large organizations or government entities. Detail your proposed service model, technology, and any value-added features.

Pay close attention to all instructions provided in the solicitation documents. Double-check that all required forms are completed accurately and all requested information is included. Submit your proposal well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.