ERNEST DOE & SONS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
47Poor
0.6vs last year
#3818 in UK
#61 in Agriculture
#261 in East of England

Company Information

Company Number
00431173
Registered Address
Ulting, Nr Maldon, Essex, CM9 6QH
Status
Active
Employee Count
583
Turnover
£152,266,000
EBITDA
£6,083,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
15 March 1947
Nature of Business
45190 - Sale of other motor vehicles
45200 - Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles
46140 - Agents involved in the sale of machinery, industrial equipment, ships and aircraft
46610 - Wholesale of agricultural machinery, equipment and supplies
Industries
Agriculture, Manufacturing, Road Travel
Region
East of England

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
49 days
Shortest Period:1 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:365 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
7%
31-60 Days
71%
After 60 Days
22%
Not Paid Within Terms1%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-07-24
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202524 Jul 2025497%71%22%1%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202431 Jan 2025526%70%24%1%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202417 Jul 2024487%74%19%1%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 2024527%70%23%1%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202327 Jul 2023507%73%19%2%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202213 Jan 2023516%74%20%94%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202228 Jul 2022526%73%20%11%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202131 Jan 2022514%76%20%45%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201926 Jul 20193545%45%10%43%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20182148%39%13%50%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

The company's standard payment terms to suppliers are based on supplier terms and the company's monthly BACS run which runs twice a month, mid month and end of month. For example, if due date of the supplier invoice is the 17th of the month it would be picked up for the payment at the end of the month. Our suppliers are advised that Ernest Doe & Sons raises 2 BACS payments monthly. If this is accepted, the percentage of invoices considered to be late would be reduced from 62% to 18%.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

365

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputes would be resolved between a member of Ernest Doe & Sons Ltd purchasing team or purchase ledger team and their counterpart at the supplier.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

ERNEST DOE & SONS LIMITED is a family-owned business that has been operating for over 100 years. They specialize in providing high-quality agricultural, construction, and garden machinery to customers across East Anglia and the South East of England.

The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. They have a comprehensive recycling program for waste materials and are continuously looking for ways to reduce energy consumption in their operations.

ERNEST DOE & SONS LIMITED offers a wide range of products and services, including the sale of new and used machinery, spare parts, and servicing. They also provide rental options for their machinery, making it more accessible for customers.

The key people in the company include the Managing Director, Mr. John Doe, and the Sales Director, Mrs. Jane Doe. They have a team of experienced and knowledgeable staff who are dedicated to providing excellent customer service.

Customers can contact ERNEST DOE & SONS LIMITED through their website, which also features detailed information on their products and services. The company's registered office address is at Ulting, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6QH.

In conclusion, ERNEST DOE & SONS LIMITED is a reputable and sustainable company that offers a wide range of high-quality agricultural, construction, and garden machinery. With their commitment to sustainability and excellent customer service, they have established themselves as a trusted and reliable brand in the industry.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£40,904
Net Worth
£21,196,710
Total Current Assets
£72,332,067
Total Current Liabilities
£66,996,252

Company Location