RPGL-2027-12_Oct_8_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) document issued by the Town of Glastonbury, Connecticut for revaluation services of all real property within the municipality. The Town seeks qualified individuals or firms to conduct a comprehensive revaluation of 14,645 total parcels to reflect 70% of October 1, 2027 market value using Vision Appraisal Software version 8.2 in compliance with Connecticut General Statutes 12-62. Proposals must be submitted through the Bonfire Hub portal at https://glastonburyct.bonfirehub.com/ by August 27, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. EDT. A public Zoom meeting will be held on the due date and time to announce the names of all respondents. Respondents may bid on Option A (full revaluation of residential and commercial properties), Option B (residential only—13,305 parcels), or Option C (commercial/industrial/special use only—1,340 parcels). Services are scheduled to commence in September 2026 and conclude approximately April 30, 2028, following Board of Assessment Appeal hearings.

Respondents must hold Connecticut certified revaluation company status for at least five years, with project managers requiring a minimum of five years of practical appraisal experience across multiple property types; reviewers and appraisers require three years of experience with at least two years in mass appraisal; and data collectors require six months of experience and training. The selected firm(s) must obtain a 100% performance and payment bond and carry comprehensive insurance including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile, umbrella, professional liability, and cyber liability coverage with specified minimum limits. The Town will evaluate proposals based on accuracy, quality, thoroughness, firm qualifications, experience, project work plans, and preliminary fees, reserving the right to negotiate with selected proposers and conduct interviews with top-rated respondents. Award will be made to one or more firms based on a best value determination. No estimated contract value is disclosed. Inquiries should be directed to Nicole Melquist at 860-652-7588 or Nicole.Melquist@glastonbury-ct.gov.