Private Collection Agency Contract for Municipal Court Debt

The Township of West Orange is seeking proposals for a Private Collection Agency Contract for Municipal Court Debt. This RFP outlines the legal and procedural background for using private collection agencies, as established by New Jersey law and Supreme Court procedures. The selected agency will be responsible for maximizing the recovery of delinquent municipal court debt in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Key requirements include account placement, update management, inquiry access, collection notice generation, call center support, and compliance with AOC guidelines. The contract will have a base term of two years with an option for an additional one-year extension. A proposal deposit of $5,000 is required.