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Debt Management & Diligence Services

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Debt Management & Diligence Services," initiated by South Lanarkshire Council, reached the award stage on the 9th of March 2026. This procurement falls under the category of general public services, specifically targeting debt recovery and diligence services. The services encompass Council Tax, Non-Domestic Rates, Housing Benefit Overpayment, and other debt obligations, including those related to Former Tenants Arrears and Penalty Charge Notices. Located in Hamilton, UKM95 region, the Council utilised an open procedure to secure these services, awarding the contract to Stirling Park LLP, a large-scale supplier. The contract, valued at £455,385.51 GBP, was signed on the 2nd of March 2026, marking the completion of this procurement phase.

This tender offers business growth opportunities for firms specialising in finance-related services, particularly those with expertise in debt recovery and legal diligence. Companies capable of providing comprehensive debt management solutions, adhering to legislative requirements while ensuring high collection rates, would be ideal competitors. Engaging with local authorities can enhance market standing and foster long-term partnerships. While Stirling Park LLP was the sole supplier for this contract, businesses with innovative technologies and methodologies could explore future opportunities with councils seeking to maximise debt collection efficacy. The procurement process complements a strategic alignment with South Lanarkshire Council's ongoing requirements for efficient debt management services.

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Notice Title

Debt Management & Diligence Services

Notice Description

The contract will be utilised by Finance and Corporate Resources, Finance (Transactions) Services who will be the lead Resource in relation to debt recovery and diligence services in respect of Council Tax, Non-Domestic Rates including Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), Housing Benefit Overpayment, Sundry Debts, Lockups and Factoring. Housing Services will use the contract for Former Tenants Arrears, and Community and Enterprise Resources for Penalty Charge Notices.

Lot Information

Lot 1

South Lanarkshire Council ("the Council") has an ongoing requirement to procure a suitable provider to conduct Debt Management & Diligence Services which includes Debt Recovery and Sheriff Officer Services. The contractor will be responsible for timeous, effective and accurate collection of debt using effective diligence methods which comply with the appropriate legislation and instructions from the Council in order to maximise their collection rate.. Direct award from Scotland Excel Debt Recovery and Sheriff Officer Services Framework - 1023 to Stirling Park

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000825938
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551222
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£455,385 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMILTON
Postcode
ML3 0AA
Post Town
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM95 South Lanarkshire

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Hamilton North and East
Westminster Constituency
Hamilton and Clyde Valley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STIRLING PARK

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551222
    Debt Management & Diligence Services - The contract will be utilised by Finance and Corporate Resources, Finance (Transactions) Services who will be the lead Resource in relation to debt recovery and diligence services in respect of Council Tax, Non-Domestic Rates including Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), Housing Benefit Overpayment, Sundry Debts, Lockups and Factoring. Housing Services will use the contract for Former Tenants Arrears, and Community and Enterprise Resources for Penalty Charge Notices.

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