American Express ® Card Acceptance (Statewide)

The American Express Card Acceptance statewide contract provides authorized users with comprehensive payment processing services enabling the acceptance of American Express credit and debit card payments. Through this vehicle, eligible entities can process card transactions across multiple formats, including standard electronic submissions, CPC (Card Present/Cardholder Present) transactions with enhanced data capture, prepaid card transactions, and debit card transactions. The contract establishes tiered discount rates ranging from 1.15% to 2.15% depending on transaction type, with a standardized one-day payment settlement plan. Authorized users may also elect to engage third-party payment processors or establish separate arrangements with American Express if desired, providing flexibility in payment processing solutions.

The contract is administered by the New York State Office of General Services Procurement Services and is held by American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc., with operations managed through their Phoenix, Arizona facility. The vehicle is available to all authorized users as defined in State Finance Law, including state agencies, political subdivisions, local governments, public authorities, public school and fire districts, libraries, and eligible nonprofit organizations throughout New York State. The contract period extends from November 16, 2021, through November 15, 2026, and carries no minority business enterprise (MBE), women business enterprise (WBE), or service-disabled veteran-owned business (SDVOB) goal requirements. Participation requires submission of a Program Plan Application and Work Order Form to OGS Procurement Services for approval prior to implementation.