Multi-Family Appraisal Services

The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Multi-Family Appraisal Services (BPM057021) with a deadline of June 10, 2026. This procurement seeks qualified appraisers to provide comprehensive valuation services for multi-family residential properties across Maryland in accordance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and applicable state and federal regulations. Bidders must be Maryland-licensed appraisers with demonstrated experience in multi-family property valuations and must submit pricing based on a per-appraisal fee model with rates for different property types and complexity levels. The contract consists of a three-year base period with a two-year option period, and bidders must provide pricing for appraisal services, expert witness services (estimated at 16 hours annually), and RCS reviews (estimated at 12 hours annually). All quoted rates must include travel, clerical, and incidental expenses, and contractors must accommodate up to six meetings or consultations annually. Bidders are required to complete all designated fields on the bid form, provide company information, FEIN, eMaryland Marketplace Advantage number, and submit an authorized signature with date; the estimated appraisal quantities are provided for comparison purposes only and do not guarantee actual work assignments.

The procurement may be set aside for small businesses or minority-owned enterprises in accordance with Maryland's procurement preferences and disadvantaged enterprise designations. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are identified in the solicitation documents, nor are there specific technology infrastructure requirements noted for integration. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all qualification requirements and technical specifications outlined in the bid documents. Award may potentially encompass multiple categories based on geographic regions or property classifications within Maryland. Specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the available documentation, and contract continuation is subject to the availability of funding and the Department's ongoing needs for appraisal services.