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title: "631/2017CED Debt Collection Agency Services for Sundry Debts"
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# 631/2017CED Debt Collection Agency Services for Sundry Debts

Buyer: CROYDON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9556c90f-e464-4322-8810-89f2994633bd

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## Summary

The London Borough of Croydon is seeking tenders for the "631/2017CED Debt Collection Agency Services for Sundry Debts." This contract, which falls under the industry category of Bailiff Services and Collection Agency Services, is currently in the award stage, having been published on 27 June 2017. The deadline for submission of tenders was set for 12:00 noon on 26 July 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 1 September 2017. The value of the contract is £52,000 and may be awarded to the three highest-scoring tenderers from the evaluation process. The initial term is two years, with the option to extend for an additional two years.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those specialising in debt collection services. Businesses that can comply with the London Living Wage and demonstrate capability in managing sundry debt collection are well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, the Council encourages participation from SMEs as part of its sustainability policy, making this a viable opportunity for companies looking to expand their portfolios within the public sector.

## Notice

The London Borough of Croydon (the "Council") is inviting tenders from suitable Debt Collection Agency Service Providers for its Sundry Debt Collection (the "Services"). The Council is seeking to award the Contract to the three highest scoring Tenderers following tender evaluations The full scope of the contract requirements are provided in the Service Specification, which forms part of the Tender Documents referred to in Section 1 of this Invitation to Tender and Instructions for Tendering. The requirements of the Services may vary and quantities shall not be guaranteed or warranted by the Council. It is anticipated the contract would commence in September 2017. The initial term of the contract is for two (2) years with the option to extend for up to a further two (2) years in twelve (12) month instalments. A separate procurement exercise would shortly commence to appoint Enforcement Agency providers onto a framework for the collection of traffic and parking fines as well as council tax and business rates. Interested Suppliers can also submit bid(s) for that opportunity when it goes live. The Council requires the successful Service Providers to comply with the London Living Wage. All potential suppliers are advised to read the supporting documents listed on the London Tenders portal, prior to responding to the invitation to tender. How to register your interest If you wish to register an interest in this contract, please follow the steps below: * Register your company on the London Tenders Portal free of charge via the link below: https://www.londontenders.org/procontract/supplier.nsf/frm_home?openForm. * Await acceptance. You will receive an email confirming your username and password * Use your username and password to log into the London Tenders Portal and register your interest in the relevant contract: 631/2017CED - Debt Collection Agency for Sundry Debts * Shortly after you have registered your interest, you will receive a second email containing a link to access the tender documentation. Deadlines * The deadline for returning your tender is: 12:00:00 noon on 26 July 2017. * The completed tenders may be submitted any time before the closing deadline. * Late applications will not be accepted Additional information * In keeping with Croydon's commitment to sustainability, please DO NOT include any publicity material with your submissions. * Croydon Council actively seeks to use small to medium enterprises (SME) as part of its sustainability policy. * Please include the contract number of this process when communicating with the Council. * Please direct any communication about this procurement via the www.londontenders.org portal. * The Council reserves the right to hold clarification interviews/site visits with leading bidders.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7738543c-b148-44cd-9d5e-a1cf4b17f9b8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Sep 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2017 - 30 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £52,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,000 |
| 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 | CROYDON COUNCIL |
| Locality | CROYDON |
| Post town | Croydon |
| Postcode | CR0 1EA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South |
| ITL 3 | TLI62 Croydon |
| Local authority | Croydon |
| Electoral ward | Fairfield |
| Westminster constituency | Croydon West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | EQUITA; PS&P; WHYTE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 75242110 - Bailiff services
- 79940000 - Collection agency services

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2017 at 12:09 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7738543c-b148-44cd-9d5e-a1cf4b17f9b8
- 27 Jun 2017 at 09:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7738543c-b148-44cd-9d5e-a1cf4b17f9b8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7738543c-b148-44cd-9d5e-a1cf4b17f9b8
  27th June 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.croydon.gov.uk
- https://www.londontenders.org/procontract/supplier.nsf/frm_home?openForm

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