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TD2291 - Debt Resolution Services

Derby City Council

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

11 Jun 2026 at 10:08

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

08 Dec 2025 at 15:18

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

23 Jul 2025 at 12:53

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
PlanningUpdate

17 Jun 2025 at 09:59

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

17 Jun 2025 at 09:52

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Derby City Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of debt resolution services, culminating in the establishment of a framework agreement. The procurement, initiated under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54, has been structured to serve Derby City Council and potentially Derby Homes. This was conducted using a competitive flexible procedure, a selective procurement method involving two stages: the initial stage assessing suppliers' standing and abilities, followed by a quality and pricing evaluation. This framework, divided into three lots—Enforcement, Litigation, and Data Analytics Services—seeks to address various debt management needs such as council tax, business rates, and social care debt recovery. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with contracts set to commence on 1st August 2026 and potentially extend until 2030. Key suppliers include Equita Limited, BRISTOW & SUTOR, DUKES BAILIFFS LIMITED, among others. The contracting location is primarily within Derby, UK region UKF11, and any changes in local government could impact service demand.

This framework presents numerous opportunities for business growth, attracting a diverse range of suppliers from SMEs to large organisations. Businesses with expertise in enforcement, litigation, and data analytics services are particularly well-suited to thrive under this procurement. The flexibility inherent in the framework allows suppliers to bid on multiple or individual lots, offering opportunities for strategic partnerships and expanding service portfolios. Derby City Council’s focus on quality over price in certain lots emphasises the council’s commitment to service excellence, making it an ideal opportunity for businesses that prioritise quality delivery. The possibility of increased demand due to local government reorganisation further underscores the potential for growth and expansion for participating businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TD2291 - Debt Resolution Services

Notice Description

Derby City Council (the Council) is undertaking this procurement to establish a framework for the Provision of Debt Resolution Services. Although the framework is being established for use by Derby City Council, Derby Homes will also be eligible to make use of this framework should they elect to do so. This framework is being established to provide a Corporate Debt Management Services which include but not limited to: - Service to cover Council Tax and Business Rates, Commercial Rents, Over Paid Housing Benefits - Social Care and Miscellaneous Sundry Debt recovery. - Along with Litigation Service and Data - Analytics (Perennity to Pay) The framework will be divided into three lots, and Suppliers may choose to submit proposals for one or more lots. A minimum of three Suppliers will be appointed for Lot 1, while one Supplier will be appointed for Lot 2 and Lot 3 respectively. * Lot One - Enforcement Services. * Lot Two - Litigation Services. * Lot Three - Data Analytics Services. The Competitive Flexible procedure will be conducted in two stages: Stage One - Initial Stage: This will be the PSQ stage that suppliers complete to be set up on the Central Digital Platform such as their economic and financial standing and their technical / professional ability. The Council will also ask a series of pass/fail questions which bidders have to complete. Only bidders that have passed this stage will be accepted on to Stage Two. Stage Two - Quality and Pricing: Bidders will need to complete a series of quality questions based on how they will carry out the contract and also complete the pricing sheet for their tendered lots. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) is underway in several areas across the country and may result in changes to council structures, service delivery and responsibilities, and geographical coverage during the life of the framework. For this framework it is anticipated that the effects of LGR may lead to an increased service demand or the need to extend provision to new areas or client groups. For further details please visit the government website: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/local-government-reorganisationpolicy- and-programme-updates. The core framework value for Lot two is estimated at PS100,000 while lot three is estimated at PS45,000, based on current known service requirements. No budget has been allocated to Lot 1, as this represents an income-generating element for the Authority. Due to the potential impact of the Local Government Reorganisation this value may rise by 100%. Therefore, Lot two could see a rise of up to PS100,000 and Lot three by an additional PS45,000. These figures are estimations and due to only being in the early stages of the process the Authority cannot give any commitment on these figures but would like to build scope into the Framework should the need arise.

Lot Information

Enforcement Services

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the Framework for two years in annual increments of twelve months, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum Framework period is four years

Litigation Services

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the Framework for two years in annual increments of twelve months, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum Framework period is four years

Data Analytic Services

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the Framework for two years in annual increments of twelve months, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum Framework period is four years

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054de9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055029-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

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

CPV Codes

72316000 - Data analysis services

75100000 - Administration services

75242110 - Bailiff services

79940000 - Collection agency services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£145,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£145,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
22 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
6 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2029-01-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Derby City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 2FS
Postcode Area
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF11 Derby
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

BRISTOW & SUTOR

DUKES BAILIFFS LIMITED

Equita Limited

HAMBURY TILMOND LTD

NEWLYN PLC

RUNDLE & CO. LIMITED

WILKIN CHAPMAN LLP

Further Information

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