--- title: "608/2017CED External Enforcement Agency Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b86d2169-906d-4410-83c8-bc28d495cc8f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b86d2169-906d-4410-83c8-bc28d495cc8f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b86d2169-906d-4410-83c8-bc28d495cc8f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b86d2169-906d-4410-83c8-bc28d495cc8f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CROYDON COUNCIL" published: "2017-11-24" --- # 608/2017CED External Enforcement Agency Services Framework Buyer: CROYDON COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b86d2169-906d-4410-83c8-bc28d495cc8f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b86d2169-906d-4410-83c8-bc28d495cc8f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b86d2169-906d-4410-83c8-bc28d495cc8f.json) ## Summary Croydon Council is inviting tenders for the "608/2017CED External Enforcement Agency Services Framework," aimed at establishing a Concession Framework Agreement for enforcement agency services. This procurement is categorised under collection agency services, specifically for the collection of parking and traffic penalty charges as well as Council Tax and Business Rates. The tender process is currently active, with an end date set for 4th January 2018. The framework is anticipated to commence in April 2018, lasting for an initial two years, with the possibility of extension for another two years in twelve-month increments. The project location is London, United Kingdom, and it employs an open procurement method. Interested parties may apply for one or both of the two lots available. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the enforcement and debt recovery sector, particularly those specialising in collection agency services. Medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio in local government contracts may find this framework particularly advantageous. Given the nature of the services required, companies with expertise in traffic enforcement and council tax collection will be well-suited to compete for the available lots. Businesses interested in participating should register on the London Tenders Portal to express their interest and access the tender documentation. ## Notice Croydon Council wishes to establish a Concession Framework Agreement for the provision of enforcement agency services and is inviting tenders from suitable service providers. The Framework will consist of two lots, namely: * Lot 1 - Enforcement agency services for the collection of parking and traffic penalty charges. Up to 6 of the highest scoring Providers following tender evaluation will be appointed on to the Lot. * Lot 2 - Enforcement agency services for the collection of Council Tax and Business Rates. Up to 3 of the highest scoring Providers following tender evaluation will be appointed on to the Lot. Tenderers can apply for one or both Lots. The Services are to be provided in line with the Service Specification. The requirements of the Services may vary and quantities shall not be guaranteed or warranted by the Council. The initial term of the framework is for two (2) years with the option to extend for up to a further two (2) years in twelve (12) month instalments. It is anticipated the Framework will commence in April 2018. If you wish to register an interest in this tender exercise, 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 tender: 608/2017CED External Enforcement Agency Services. * Shortly after you have registered your interest, you will receive a second email containing a link to access the Tender Documentation ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3db90a28-8f12-46c7-bb45-9bdd5435ec99 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Nov 2017 | | Submission deadline | 4 Jan 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Apr 2018 - 29 Apr 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 79940000 - Collection agency services - 98351110 - Parking enforcement services ## Release History - 24 Nov 2017 at 17:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3db90a28-8f12-46c7-bb45-9bdd5435ec99 - 24 Nov 2017 at 16:06 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3db90a28-8f12-46c7-bb45-9bdd5435ec99 - 24 Nov 2017 at 15:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3db90a28-8f12-46c7-bb45-9bdd5435ec99 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3db90a28-8f12-46c7-bb45-9bdd5435ec99 24th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=7c449858-3ed0-e711-80e6-005056b64545 Advert ## Notice URLs - http://www.croydon.gov.uk - https://www.londontenders.org/procontract/supplier.nsf/frm_home?openForm ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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