Appraisal Services

This Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) is a professional services contract established by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) to provide specialized appraisal services across the state. The master agreement enables the FDEP to secure task-based appraisal assignments for various projects, including conservation easements and land acquisitions. Specifically designed to support initiatives like the Florida Forever program, the contract allows for professional property appraisals with standardized hourly rates that range from $125 to $150 per hour, depending on the contract period.

The master agreement was awarded to Candler Appraisal Services, Inc., a Florida-based appraisal company located in Lake City, with an initial contract period from March 1, 2008 to February 28, 2011, and subsequent amendments extending the contract through February 28, 2014. The contract covers statewide geographic areas within Florida and operates as a task-assignment based master agreement. Each task assignment is individually negotiated and can include specific projects such as the Seven Runs Creek conservation easement in Walton County. The contract type is a Professional Services Master Agreement, with provisions for detailed task notifications, invoicing procedures, and compliance requirements including E-Verify employment verification.