Appraisal services: Bangor WPA - USA Tracts 1,2,3
ID: 140D0425Q0342Type: Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEDEPARTMENTAL OFFICESIBC ACQ SVCS DIRECTORATE (00004)HERNDON, VA, 20170, USA

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Offices of Real Estate Appraisers (531320)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: REAL PROPERTY APPRAISALS (R411)
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    The Department of the Interior is soliciting proposals for appraisal services related to land exchanges in Pope County, Minnesota, specifically for Bangor WPA - USA Tracts 1, 2, and 3. Contractors are required to provide technical qualifications, past performance references, and price quotes, with a strong emphasis on experience in federal acquisitions, as the contract is reserved for small businesses. This procurement is crucial for accurately valuing the lands involved in the exchange, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and supporting the government's commitment to transparency and small business participation. Interested bidders must submit their proposals by April 15, 2025, and can contact Morgan Schickler at morgan_schickler@ibc.doi.gov or 703-964-3576 for further information.

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    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Department of the Interior (DOI) through its Interior Business Center. It solicits proposals for the appraisal and market valuation of lands involved in a land exchange in Pope County, Minnesota. The announcement includes critical details about the solicitation process, evaluation criteria, and requirements for bidders, emphasizing that the contract is reserved for small businesses. Key aspects include the requirement for contractors to provide technical qualifications, past performance references, and price quotes, with a focus on experience in federal acquisitions. Submissions must be completed by April 15, 2025, and should include essential business information, including a Tax Identification Number and Unique Entity Identifier. The RFQ details the contract will be firm-fixed-price, with an expected delivery period of 90 days from the award date, and stresses the importance of technical qualifications leading over price in the evaluation process. Additionally, it incorporates various federal regulations and clauses relevant to procurement practices. The document illustrates the federal government's commitment to transparency and support for small businesses in federal contracting processes.
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