--- title: "Debt Collection" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-96d2822d-b957-4f40-9c12-e0a6b53f5c95" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-96d2822d-b957-4f40-9c12-e0a6b53f5c95" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-96d2822d-b957-4f40-9c12-e0a6b53f5c95.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-96d2822d-b957-4f40-9c12-e0a6b53f5c95.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH" published: "2021-05-17" --- # Debt Collection Buyer: CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-96d2822d-b957-4f40-9c12-e0a6b53f5c95 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-96d2822d-b957-4f40-9c12-e0a6b53f5c95) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-96d2822d-b957-4f40-9c12-e0a6b53f5c95.json) ## Summary City College Plymouth has completed a tender process for debt collection services, categorised under collection agency services. The contract, initiated on 29 June 2020, is set for an initial period of three years with the possibility of two twelve-month extensions, concluding on 29 June 2023. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 19 June 2020. The college is based in Plymouth, England, and annually raises approximately 2,600 invoices totalling around £8 million, with potential debts referred up to £150,000 from 40 debtors. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the debt collection sector, particularly those capable of providing services in a dynamic academic environment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the College has indicated suitability for them. Companies that can efficiently handle diverse collection scenarios and demonstrate a robust approach to client engagement and debt recovery would be well-positioned to succeed in this competitive landscape. ## Notice City College Plymouth is looking to appoint a new debt collection agency. This contract is for the supply of debt collection services to the College for an initial contract period of 3 years with 2 possible twelve month extensions. Annually, the College raises approximately 2600 invoices totalling around PS8million. The value of the total debt referred can be up to PS150,000 from 40 debtors. The College offers no guarantee of any work or any set volume of work throughout the contract period. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/467d3e3a-0efd-4fee-9e8b-3f228b7fc668 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 13 Aug 2020 | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2020 - 31 Jul 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | 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 | CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH | | Locality | PLYMOUTH | | Post town | Plymouth | | Postcode | PL1 5QG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth | | Local authority | Plymouth | | Electoral ward | Stoke | | Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ACT CREDIT MANAGEMENT | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79940000 - Collection agency services ## Release History - 17 May 2021 at 14:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/467d3e3a-0efd-4fee-9e8b-3f228b7fc668 - 8 Jun 2020 at 10:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9bf62aa1-73f3-4c40-800b-7a6ca91d6bfe ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/467d3e3a-0efd-4fee-9e8b-3f228b7fc668 17th May 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9bf62aa1-73f3-4c40-800b-7a6ca91d6bfe 8th June 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/47dadd78-dc00-4c45-b9e0-99dc36a59481 RFQ131 Debt Collection - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7033a2c3-03d5-4513-aeaa-2421d0900875 Appendix A - Pricing Schedule - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0870bc48-aeb2-40d2-a071-ee7121f2a9e2 Appendix B CCP Standard Terms and Conditions Goods and Services - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/73874f50-75ec-409d-9cf4-61ad961f6083 Appendix C Suitability Assessment & Selection Questionaire inc Exclusions-1 v2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bde20304-ee35-4ecb-9c2d-c64315950842 Appendix D Agreement Conditions Acceptance and Declaration Form - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d6b3d438-942c-40be-b80b-eee550af9a51 Appendix E - Collection Cycle_Students_flow chart - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e6e4b414-93ce-4286-903f-57b5e9b1d12c Appendix F CODE OF CONDUCT ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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