RFP - Real Estate Appraisal Services

The Hernando County School Board (HCSB) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) 9009-2508-404 for Real Estate Appraisal Services, seeking competitive proposals from licensed appraisers in Hernando County, Florida. The primary objectives include appraising property for future school sites, evaluating existing School Board real property for potential sale, and providing appraisal-related services to determine market value for land improvements and related assets. Proposers must possess a Florida State Certified Real Estate Appraiser license and demonstrate at least three years of professional experience. The evaluation will utilize a comprehensive scoring system with weighted criteria: experience (20 points), qualifications (10 points), references (5 points), pricing (25 points), market knowledge (25 points), and sample report quality (15 points). The RFP was posted on August 18, 2025, with proposals due by September 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and the initial contract term is three years with potential renewal for two additional one-year periods, tentatively beginning January 1, 2026.

The procurement allows for a maximum of three property appraisal firms to be recommended to the Board, who will be utilized in a rotational order. There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned in the documentation. The estimated annual budget for these services is $55,000, with a detailed pricing structure that includes fees for various property types such as vacant agricultural/residential land and improved properties, with rates varying based on acreage and improvements. Proposers must submit comprehensive pricing for different property categories, and the final award is subject to School Board approval. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly identified, the RFP emphasizes the importance of demonstrating knowledge of the Hernando County market as a key evaluation criterion.