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Debt Collection Services

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY

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16 Apr 2025 at 12:45

Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham Trent University has awarded a contract titled "Debt Collection Services" under the industry category of Collection agency services (CPV code 79940000). This procurement process falls under a selective method, specifically a call-off from the LUPC Framework Agreement PFB5062 LU - Lot 1 Debt Recovery (Student Focused). The tender stage for this contract is complete, with an award made on 16th April 2025 to STA International Limited. The contract is valued at £250,000 and covers the period from 1st May 2025 to 30th April 2029. The services are primarily targeted at student debt recovery in Nottingham, NG1 4FQ.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in debt collection services, particularly those with experience in educational sector debt recovery. Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as the contract's structure supports the inclusion of these entities. By engaging in such a contract, businesses can enhance their portfolios, potentially leading to further opportunities within the public and educational sectors. The framework agreement's call-off process ensures a streamlined procurement pathway, beneficial for structured growth and business development.

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Notice Title

Debt Collection Services

Notice Description

Direct award via LUPC Framework Agreement PFB5062 LU - Lot 1 Debt Recovery (Student Focused). Closing date stated on this notice is the closing date of the LUPC Framework Agreement, as part of the LUPC tender to appoint a list of framework providers for relevant contracting authorises to call-off from, Additional information: Direct award via LUPC Framework Agreement PFB5062 LU - Lot 1 Debt Recovery (Student Focused).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e877c5eb-b2ed-45b5-b9d6-7d8695d08fd4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79940000 - Collection agency services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Apr 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 4FQ
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
St. Ann's
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STA INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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