Real Estate Appraisal and Title Services for the County of Volusia

Volusia County, Florida is seeking qualified firms to provide Real Estate Appraisal and Title Services through a Request for Statement of Qualifications (RSQ). The procurement aims to select multiple firms to support two primary programs: the Daytona Beach International Airport and the Volusia Forever conservation initiative. Prospective contractors must be MAI certified, hold active Florida real estate appraisal licenses, and demonstrate expertise in various valuation approaches including income, replacement, and comparable sales methods. Appraisers must appear on the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's approved appraisers list and comply with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). The evaluation committee will assess submissions across five key areas: license and certifications (15%), experience (35%), project approach (15%), firm/financial resources (15%), and pricing proposal (20%), with points allocated on a 0-5 scale. Proposals are due by May 22, 2025, at 3:00 pm and must be submitted electronically through the County's eProcurement Portal. The contract will have an initial three-year term with options for two one-year renewals.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the procurement requires stringent professional qualifications and compliance with federal and state regulations. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, Auto Liability, and Professional Liability insurance with specific coverage limits. The contract includes provisions for FEMA-funded contract requirements and federal contract provisions, suggesting potential additional compliance requirements. Pricing will be competitive, with the fee schedule indicating varied rates based on property value ranges and specific service types. The contract does not guarantee a minimum number of projects, with task assignments to be negotiated individually. Funding is subject to annual appropriation, and the County reserves the right to terminate the contract if funds are unavailable. While no specific total contract value is predetermined, the scope suggests significant potential for ongoing real estate appraisal and title services across airport property and conservation land acquisitions.