Appraisal services: KEN_25_1; AVIS Case Number: 22

The Department of the Interior's Interior Business Center is seeking a Certified General Appraiser to conduct a professional real estate appraisal for a specific Native Allotment tract near Tyonek, Alaska. The solicitation (140D0425Q0333) requires a comprehensive market valuation for Lot 1B, which comprises 6.73 acres, with the purpose of determining market value for a right-of-way transaction. Potential contractors must demonstrate state certification as an Alaska Certified General Appraiser and submit USPAP-compliant appraisal reports as part of their technical qualifications. The evaluation will be conducted on a best value basis, with technical qualifications and past performance weighted more heavily than pricing. Interested firms must submit their quote by 3:00 PM EST on April 7, 2025, and must be prepared to complete the initial appraisal within 120 days of contract award.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 531320 for offices of real estate appraisers, with a total contract performance period of 285 calendar days. The project will be located in Alaska, specifically near Tyonek, and requires detailed valuation of an easement involving a Native Allotment tract. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the contract will be firm-fixed-price and will require the selected appraiser to produce a comprehensive report to be reviewed by the Appraisal and Valuation Services Office (AVSO) Alaska Region. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and demonstrate geographical and technical competency in appraising vacant and improved agricultural/rural residential properties. The solicitation allows for a principal and associate appraiser from the same company to collaborate on and cosign the final report.