Processing Provider for VisaNet Transaction VisibilityClosed

Overview

This is an information‑gathering RFI to identify a processor capable of sending Postbank debit card transaction data to VisaNet for visibility, monitoring and reporting. The issuer seeks VisaNet connectivity experience, South African/reg regulator familiarity, and the ability to interface with Postbank’s DigiWave/UBS core and existing ACH (PayInc) without replacing them. This RFI is not a tender and does not commit to awarding a contract. (RFI 01-2026 - Processing Provider for VisaNet Transaction Visibility.pdf)

Requirements

• Demonstrated VisaNet/card‑scheme processing capability for transaction visibility; describe actual services, roles and hand‑offs.
• Clear VisaNet connectivity status (production/live, pilot, indirect, third‑party) and current integration approach.
• South African bank/regulated‑institution experience; provide client references, go‑live dates, service scope, and contacts.
• Integration approach with a DigiWave‑type switch and UBS core; include interface methods, message formats, routing, field mapping, testing/certification.
• ISO 8583 message handling, MTIs, reversals, reconciliations and which messages are required for visibility.
• Data visibility and reporting: dashboards, files, data feeds, timing, formats, retention, audit trails, reconciliation.
• Security/compliance: PCI DSS, encryption, HSM/key management, secure connectivity, masking, access control; no production credentials at this stage.
• Operations/support: monitoring, incident management, SLAs, escalation, BC/DR, support hours.
• Implementation approach with phases, dependencies, timelines.
• Costs: indicative pricing and drivers; minimum 3–5 year TCO; include once-off, recurring, per‑transaction, pass‑through, change requests, exit costs; outline alternative pricing options.
• Supplier due diligence: answer the 10 listed questions (e.g., experience, references, regulatory status, prior integrations, operational readiness).
• Out of scope: avoid proposing card management, issuing, ATM/POS/merchant acquiring as primary responses; may be noted as optional in annexes.
• Response format: structure as per the RFI’s guidance and provide risks/dependencies for later design.

(Source: RFI 01-2026 document; also reference to mandatory due diligence and pricing sections in the same document.)

How to Apply

• Submission deadline: 17 July 2026 at 11:00 (information in metadata; see document for RFI details).
• Submission method: one emailed submission with relevant supporting documents to RFQ.ProcurementSN@Postbank.co.za; subject line must include the organisation’s name and RFI number/description. (RFI 01-2026 - Processing Provider for VisaNet Transaction Visibility.pdf)
• Briefing: briefing address at Cnr Jeff Masemola & Sophie de Bruyn, Pretoria, 0001 (if scheduled). (RFI 01-2026 - Processing Provider for VisaNet Transaction Visibility.pdf)
• Documents to submit: include evidence of capabilities, VisaNet connectivity, SA banking references, security/compliance approach, implementation plan, and indicative pricing. The RFI requires structured responses and a view of 3–5 year costs.
• Post‑shortlisting: Postbank may invite shortlisted providers to clarification sessions, technical deep-dives, reference checks, due diligence, and potential procurement steps.
• Confidentiality: do not request production credentials or sensitive data at RFI stage. (RFI 01-2026)
• Document source: RFI content and response structure are detailed in the attached RFI document. (RFI 01-2026 - Processing Provider for VisaNet Transaction Visibility.pdf)