Insolvency Practitioner Service 2026 - CRN/2026/108

Stoke-on-Trent City Council requires the provision of specialist Insolvency Practitioner services to support the recovery of outstanding debts owed to the Council where all standard and conventional debt recovery methods have been exhausted. The appointed provider will act on behalf of the Council to manage and progress complex insolvency cases involving both individuals and corporate entities, with the aim of maximising debt recovery while ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation and professional standards. The service will support the Council's statutory responsibility to collect public funds, including unpaid Council Tax, National Non-Domestic Rates (Business Rates), and Sundry Debts. The successful provider will be expected to deliver a comprehensive end-to-end insolvency service, offering expert advice, case assessment, legal support, administration, and recovery actions throughout the insolvency process. The scope of services includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Personal bankruptcy proceedings
• Corporate winding up petitions
• Estate insolvency matters
• Case management, reporting and financial reconciliation
• Compliance with insolvency legislation, case law and Council policies The Council is seeking a provider with demonstrable experience in delivering insolvency services for local authorities or other public sector organisations, with the capacity and expertise to manage a varied portfolio of personal, corporate, and estate insolvency cases efficiently and effectively.