RFP 325-476 Fort Worden State Park Campus Buildings Appraisal

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission (State Parks) is seeking proposals for RFP 325-476, a comprehensive appraisal project for Fort Worden State Park's campus buildings. The solicitation requires qualified firms to provide a detailed Appraisal Report covering seventy-six (76) buildings, with a specific focus on determining the as-is fee simple interest value, including site utilities and associated parking for each building. The project requires a single, comprehensive report that provides specific valuations for the entire campus and a value range up to 15%. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a 100-point system: 40 points for bid price, 20 points for experience and expertise, and 40 points for approach, work plan, and project schedule. The pre-bid conference was held virtually on December 5, 2024, with bid questions due by December 13, 2023, and proposals due by January 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM PST. The anticipated contract award date is February 6, 2024, with a projected completion date of June 30, 2025.

Washington State has specific supplier diversity requirements for this procurement, mandating that the contract be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bid from a small or veteran-owned business, contingent on their qualification. The total contract value is not to exceed $75,000, with pricing evaluated on a pro-rata basis. If no small or veteran-owned businesses are deemed qualified, the contract may be opened to broader competition. The procurement includes a sample contract with standard state terms and conditions, covering aspects such as insurance, records retention, and potential contract modifications. However, the project has been subject to a state-wide freeze on hiring, services contracts, and goods purchases, which led to a potential cancelation notification dated December 17, 2024. Three appraisal firms were noted as attending the pre-bid conference: Timeless Appraisal Partners, Integra Realty Resources, and Harrison Appraisal Services. The contract's future remains contingent on available funding, with the state indicating that a new RFP might be issued if financial constraints are resolved.