Collection Services

The North Dakota Collection Services multi-award vehicle (Contract #176-1) provides comprehensive debt collection services for state agencies and governmental entities. The contract enables collection of principal and interest from defaulted borrowers, specifically targeting delinquent taxes from out-of-state taxpayers. Additional services include processing non-sufficient fund (NSF) checks, late fees, penalties, and interest records. Participating entities include state agencies, higher education institutions, counties, cities, townships, educational entities, governmental boards, nonprofit organizations, tribal agencies, transportation providers, and the International Peace Garden.

The contract features four prime contractors: The CBE Group, Harvard Collection, Reliant Capital Solutions, and Rodenburg Law Group, with varying collection rates ranging from 13.5% to 20% for pre-litigation debt and 30% to 35% for litigation debt. Awarded on March 6, 2023, the contract is set to run through September 30, 2026, with potential for four 24-month renewals. The state-wide vehicle covers North Dakota and follows state procurement guidelines, with a minimum collection amount of $25.00. Williams & Fudge, Inc. is specifically noted as a key contractor, with a compensation structure of 16% for pre-litigation and 30% for litigation debt collection.