Appraisal Services

Washington County, Oregon is seeking a contractor for Appraisal Services through RFP No. 2023.060-RFP, targeting professional services for property damage and loss assessment. The primary objectives include evaluating and assessing damages, providing cost and repair estimates for medium to high-value county property claims, and appraising damage to county vehicles and vehicles involved in liability claims. Contractors will be expected to help locate necessary resources, equipment, and repair contractors to minimize business disruption during major claim events. The RFP requires electronic proposal submissions through the county's procurement portal, with a strict 20-page maximum for written materials. Key evaluation criteria include project understanding (25 points), proposer capabilities (30 points), equity and sustainability practices (20 points), references (10 points), and cost proposal (15 points). The proposal deadline is April 21, 2023 at 5:00 pm, with a deadline for questions on April 14, 2023. The initial contract term will be three years, with potential renewals up to five years.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types mentioned in the procurement documents. The contract does emphasize equity and diversity practices as part of the evaluation criteria, which may implicitly encourage participation from diverse businesses. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating multiple coverage types including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000/$2,000,000), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000), and Professional Liability Insurance ($1,000,000/$2,000,000). The maximum contract value is approximately $20,000 over the five-year potential contract period. Contractors must provide detailed insurance certificates, name Washington County as an additional insured, and maintain specific coverage limits. The county reserves the right to reject any proposals and will evaluate submissions based on best value, considering factors such as service quality, experience, and compliance with specifications. No incumbent vendors are specifically identified in the provided documentation.