Pierce County is soliciting proposals from firms to provide merchant card processing services for various County departments and offices. The County seeks a vendor that can securely, efficiently, and cost-effectively process electronic payment transactions while meeting all applicable federal, state, and industry regulations.The selected vendor will support the County's goal of providing convenient payment options to the public, including in-person, online, and other electronic payment channels.

Pierce County is located in the south Puget Sound region of the State of Washington. The County is home to more than 900,000 residents and serves as a regional economic, cultural, and environmental hub. The County provides a wide range of public services to residents, businesses, and visitors, including public safety, transportation and infrastructure, environmental stewardship, parks and recreation, human services, land use planning, and administrative support functions.