The municipality of Nijmegen considers it crucial to work with a reliable and efficient partner to manage its payment transactions. This forms the basis for a smooth and high-quality public service.
Each year, some 90,000 municipal tax assessments are imposed and numerous payments are processed via parking machines, PIN transactions and the digital service desk. For this reason, the European tender to become the principal banker in 2025 focused not only on reliability, but also on the desire to find a partner that fits in seamlessly with the municipality’s sustainable and social ambitions.
Sustainability, circularity and social impact were given extra weight in the award criteria, fully in line with the policy for Corporate Social Responsibility and Procurement. The social return requirement of at least 5% also contributed. In addition, the principal banker had to be legally affiliated with the Ministry of Finance, so that surplus public funds were safely managed by the State. This ensures efficient and risk-aware financial management.
After careful selection, BNG proved to be the ideal partner, thanks in part to a strong sustainability profile. Thanks to the existing cooperation, the transition of payment transactions was smooth, with minimal impact for residents and entrepreneurs.
‘BNG facilitates stable and secure payment transactions for municipalities, with a visible impact on residents and the local economy’
Lonneke de Waal
Sector Lead Government & Education
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