Request for Information (RFI) - Purchasing Card (P-Card) Program and Payment Solutions

The City of Pontiac is seeking information from qualified financial institutions and payment solution providers regarding Purchasing Card (P-Card) programs and related commercial payment solutions. The City is interested in commercially available solutions that include purchasing cards, virtual payment capabilities, accounts payable payment solutions, financial system integration, reporting and analytics, fraud prevention, mobile functionality, customer support, and rebate programs. The City's goals for the new program include reducing administrative burden, strengthening internal controls, modernizing payment technology, improving financial transparency, maximizing financial value, and ensuring data security. • Reduce administrative burden and paper-based processes • Strengthen internal controls through real-time spending controls and approval workflows • Modernize payment technology through mobile capabilities and seamless integration with the City's financial management system • Improve financial transparency and auditability through robust reporting and analytics • Maximize financial value through competitive rebate opportunities and low total cost of ownership • Ensure data security, fraud protection, and compliance with applicable industry standards