RFP - Debt Collection Services

Marion County, Oregon has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Debt Collection Services, solicitation number FI1658-25, seeking a comprehensive vendor to manage the county's debt recovery processes. The procurement is targeting professional debt collection services with the expectation that the selected vendor will effectively recover outstanding municipal debts through strategic and compliant collection methodologies. The RFP requires potential vendors to demonstrate expertise in debt collection, including capabilities for tracking, communicating with debtors, and executing recovery strategies across various debt types. Key submission deadlines include questions due by 06/11/2025 at 2:00 PM PST and full proposals due by 06/26/2025 at 2:00 PM PST. Vendors must submit all materials through the Marion County Procurement Collaboration Portal, which requires creating an account and navigating specific online submission protocols. The portal mandates that account creation be completed 15-30 minutes before file submission to ensure adequate system access. Potential respondents will need to carefully follow the portal's instructions for registering, viewing documents, submitting questions, and uploading their comprehensive proposal response.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, vendors should anticipate standard competitive bidding requirements and potential local preference considerations typical of municipal procurement processes. The RFP does not indicate incumbent vendors or specify precise budget ranges for the debt collection services contract. Prospective bidders will likely need to demonstrate significant experience in municipal debt recovery, compliance with state and federal debt collection regulations, and technological capabilities for efficient debt tracking and recovery. Respondents should be prepared to provide detailed documentation of their collection strategies, success rates, technological infrastructure, and ability to integrate with existing county financial systems. Although specific award values are not specified, municipal debt collection contracts typically range from $50,000 to $250,000 annually, depending on the volume and complexity of outstanding receivables.