Planning

Trafford Council Insolvency proceedings service

TRAFFORD COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

21 Jul 2017 at 09:35

Planning

20 Jul 2017 at 13:39

Summary of the contracting process

Trafford Council is currently in the planning stage for the procurement of an Insolvency Proceedings Service, aimed at enhancing its effectiveness in collecting over £100 million in Council Tax and £150 million in Non-Domestic Rates. The contract, titled "Trafford Council Insolvency Proceedings Service," is classified under CPV code 75242110, relating to bailiff services. The engagement end date is set for 23rd February 2018, with the procurement process designed to move towards outsourcing this critical function to manage cases from the initial letters through to court orders and asset realisations. The contact point for this procurement is Robyn Gwilym, reachable at robyn.gwilym@star-procurement.gov.uk.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in debt recovery and insolvency services, particularly those with capabilities in legal proceedings and asset management. Companies that specialise in bailiff services or have experience working with local authorities in recovery operations will find this project well-suited to their expertise. Engaging in this procurement could significantly enhance a firm's portfolio, providing a chance to collaborate with Trafford Council, one of the leading councils in Greater Manchester for tax collection efficiency.

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Notice Title

Trafford Council Insolvency proceedings service

Notice Description

Trafford Council are responsible for collecting over PS100m in Council Tax and over PS150m in Non-Domestic Rates. We have the highest Council Tax collection rate within Greater Manchester. It is important that the Council utilises all avenues of recovery where appropriate to ensure effective collection is maintained. At present, Insolvency proceedings are dealt with in house and we are looking to outsource this work to a suitable company who will deal with the case from initial letter before action (LBA) stage to obtaining the Order at court and dealing with the Trustees until the realisation of assets.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07d12c07-9a4d-4805-bb73-e6c4d4213970
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75242110 - Bailiff services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Feb 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRAFFORD COUNCIL
Contact Name
Robyn Gwilym
Contact Email
robyn.gwilym@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7773578363

Buyer Location

Locality
STRETFORD
Postcode
M32 0TH
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Gorse Hill & Cornbrook
Westminster Constituency
Stretford and Urmston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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