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title: "GB-Derby: Provision of Former Tenant Arrears and Sundry Debt Collection for Derby Homes"
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# GB-Derby: Provision of Former Tenant Arrears and Sundry Debt Collection for Derby Homes

Buyer: DERBY HOMES LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-32a50a32-c280-40ea-b835-457120908266

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## Summary

Derby Homes Ltd, an Arm's Length Management organisation owned by Derby City Council, is seeking tender submissions for the provision of Former Tenant Arrears and Sundry Debt Collection services. This contract aligns with the 'Collection agency services' industry category and is crucial for managing approximately £2.5 million in outstanding debts. The procurement method utilised for this opportunity is an open procedure, with the tender period having ended on 24th November 2016. The contract period is set to commence on 1st December 2016 and will run until 30th November 2019. The service is to be delivered in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for debt recovery agencies and financial management firms, particularly those specialising in services for public sector organisations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as Derby Homes aims to enhance its operational efficiency and increase debt recovery from former tenants. Companies with experience in managing similar debt collection contracts would be especially well-suited to compete for this contract, potentially leading to growth and further engagements in public procurement.

## Notice

Derby Homes is an Arm's Length Management organisation owned by Derby City Council. Derby Homes manage and maintain a portfolio of domestic housing stock currently standing at around 13,200 dwellings. These properties are owned by a number of different clients. Derby Homes has a policy of increasing its portfolio wherever it is able to do so. Both Derby Homes and Derby City Council have a goal of delivering a high quality housing service for Derby. Former Tenant Arrears- Sundry Debt Former tenants can owe money for a variety of reasons such as Rent Arrears, Rechargeable Repairs and Court Costs. Derby Homes is responsible for attempting to collect these debts where possible and if unsuccessful, referring the same to a professional organisation who work in this area for collection. We currently have around 2.5 million outstanding and expect a year on year increase of 400,000 Within the period of this contract Current tenant's debts may also be referred. Invoice Debts Derby Homes is also responsible for pursuing and recovering debt for invoices raised to organisations and individuals for external debt which is entirely separate to former tenant arrears. These debts may comprise a variety of non-payments The total cost of external debt owed to Derby Homes stands at PS80k. Of this, around PS10k may need referring to a Debt Recovery Agency. This must first be reviewed on a case by case situation following consultation with the invoice originator. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11e4032b-0ed8-4d9e-9dc5-9b840c76f123 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Nov 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Nov 2016 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2016 - 30 Nov 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,818 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £31,818 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DERBY HOMES LTD |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE1 2FT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Darley |
| Westminster constituency | Derby South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JUDGE & PRIESTLEY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79940000 - Collection agency services

## Release History

- 4 Jan 2017 at 14:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11e4032b-0ed8-4d9e-9dc5-9b840c76f123

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11e4032b-0ed8-4d9e-9dc5-9b840c76f123
  4th January 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=223783278
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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