Assessor's Services

The Town of Blandford, located in Hampden County, Massachusetts, is soliciting proposals for comprehensive property tax assessment services for Fiscal Year 2026 through a Request for Proposals (RFP). The procurement seeks a qualified firm to provide professional assessor services from October 2025 through September 30, 2026, with potential for two additional annual extensions. Key service requirements include recruiting and training an administrative assistant, conducting comprehensive property inspections, processing abatement applications, performing annual property revaluations, managing property records, preparing tax billing files, and serving as a tax-related consultant. Proposing firms must meet specific minimum qualifications, including having staff with Massachusetts Department of Revenue certification and substantial property assessment experience. The evaluation process will systematically rate proposals across six criteria: staff experience, service plan, project history, proposal completeness, references, and potential interviews. Proposals are due by September 30, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with an anticipated contract award within 40 days of the submission deadline.

The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract appears open to qualified professional assessment firms with demonstrated expertise in municipal property tax services. The RFP indicates that price proposals will be evaluated separately, with the lowest total price for year-one services receiving primary consideration. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of services suggests a substantial annual contract value. The Town reserves the right to reject any proposal and will make the final selection based on a holistic assessment of qualifications, regulatory compliance, references, service plan, and pricing strategy. Proposing firms should be prepared to demonstrate deep understanding of Massachusetts property assessment regulations and the ability to provide sophisticated, comprehensive tax assessment services for the municipality.