AVSO Land Appraisal for IGIUGIG CONSERVATION EASEM

The Department of the Interior's Departmental Offices Interior Business Center is seeking a land appraisal for a conservation easement located in Katmai National Park & Preserve, Alaska. The solicitation requires two professional appraisals using before and after methodology for approximately 6,392 acres of undeveloped tundra adjacent to Kukaklek Lake and the Alagnak Wild River. Qualified appraisers must hold a valid Alaska Certified General Appraiser license and demonstrate significant experience appraising large land tracts, conservation easements, and federal land acquisitions. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price (FFP) agreement with a target performance period of 240 calendar days, including an initial appraisal due within 120 days. Potential bidders must submit electronic quotes to the contracting officer by May 16, 2025, adhering to the NAICS code 531320 for Offices of Real Estate Appraisers.

This solicitation is designated as a total small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses can compete for the contract. The property to be appraised includes three main buildings: a 1,000 square foot lodge, two 480 square foot guest cabins, and several small storage structures located within the Katmai National Park & Preserve. While the exact estimated contract value is not specified in the documentation, the complex nature of the appraisal and the extensive land area suggest a significant professional services contract. The place of performance is in Alaska, specifically in the region surrounding Kukaklek Lake and the Alagnak Wild River. Contractors will need to conduct a comprehensive valuation of the land, taking into account its unique geographical location, conservation status, and potential environmental considerations.