Collection Services

The North Dakota Collection Services multi-award vehicle is a comprehensive state-wide contract designed to provide debt collection services across multiple government and public entities. The contract enables collection of principal, interest, and associated fees from defaulted borrowers, delinquent taxes from out-of-state taxpayers, and non-sufficient fund (NSF) checks. Participating entities include state agencies, higher education institutions, counties, cities, townships, public educational entities, governmental boards and commissions, nonprofit organizations, tribal agencies, and transportation providers. The services cover a wide range of financial recovery needs, with contractors authorized to pursue both non-litigation and litigation collection strategies.

The multi-award vehicle currently includes six prime contractors: Harvard Collection Services (Illinois), Reliant Capital Solutions (Ohio), The CBE Group (Iowa), Access Receivables (Maryland), Williams & Fudge (South Carolina), and Rodenburg Law Group (North Dakota). The contract was initially established on September 1, 2022, with a base term through September 30, 2024, and includes four potential 24-month renewal options, with the possibility of an additional 12-month extension. Compensation for contractors is structured on a contingency basis, with collection fees ranging from 13.5% to 20% for non-litigation debt and 25% to 35% for litigation debt. The contract is managed by the North Dakota State Procurement Office and covers the entire state, providing a flexible and comprehensive approach to debt collection services for public entities.