Private Counsel Debt Collection - Middle District of Pennsylvania

The United States Department of Justice is seeking private counsel for debt collection in the Middle District of Pennsylvania. The selected contractor will be responsible for collecting debts from private consumers, primarily arising from federal loan programs. The contractor will utilize the Department's Consolidated Debt Collection System (CDCS) and the Unified Financial Management System (UFMS) to manage cases and invoice for services. The contractor must comply with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) when communicating with consumers. Key aspects of the job include: • Collecting debts from private consumers, primarily arising from federal loan programs • Utilizing the Department's Consolidated Debt Collection System (CDCS) and the Unified Financial Management System (UFMS) • Complying with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) • Providing litigation and collection services for unsecured and secured debts • Working with the Department to transition debt accounts from the incumbent contractor, if necessary