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title: "Debt Collection Services"
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buyer: "NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY"
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# Debt Collection Services

Buyer: NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-96bf1321-f561-456f-945e-b0b0bc264eed

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## Summary

Nottingham Trent University has awarded a contract titled "Debt Collection Services" under the industry category of Collection agency services (CPV code 79940000). This procurement process falls under a selective method, specifically a call-off from the LUPC Framework Agreement PFB5062 LU - Lot 1 Debt Recovery (Student Focused). The tender stage for this contract is complete, with an award made on 16th April 2025 to STA International Limited. The contract is valued at £250,000 and covers the period from 1st May 2025 to 30th April 2029. The services are primarily targeted at student debt recovery in Nottingham, NG1 4FQ.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in debt collection services, particularly those with experience in educational sector debt recovery. Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as the contract's structure supports the inclusion of these entities. By engaging in such a contract, businesses can enhance their portfolios, potentially leading to further opportunities within the public and educational sectors. The framework agreement's call-off process ensures a streamlined procurement pathway, beneficial for structured growth and business development.

## Notice

Direct award via LUPC Framework Agreement PFB5062 LU - Lot 1 Debt Recovery (Student Focused). Closing date stated on this notice is the closing date of the LUPC Framework Agreement, as part of the LUPC tender to appoint a list of framework providers for relevant contracting authorises to call-off from, Additional information: Direct award via LUPC Framework Agreement PFB5062 LU - Lot 1 Debt Recovery (Student Focused).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e877c5eb-b2ed-45b5-b9d6-7d8695d08fd4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Apr 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,000 |
| 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 | NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG1 4FQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | St. Ann's |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STA INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79940000 - Collection agency services

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2025 at 12:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e877c5eb-b2ed-45b5-b9d6-7d8695d08fd4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e877c5eb-b2ed-45b5-b9d6-7d8695d08fd4
  16th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ntu.ac.uk

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