Forest Legacy Program NRF Tract 15 Massey Appraisal Review

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation is seeking a qualified vendor to conduct an appraisal review of a conservation restriction interest for 37.28 acres of forest land located in Ashby. This project is part of the federally funded Nashua Wild and Scenic Rivers and Forests Forest Legacy Project. The selected vendor must determine the fair market value of the conservation restriction and ensure the appraisal report complies with the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions (UASFLA) and the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). The project is expected to be completed within 60 days of the Notice to Proceed, with an estimated award date of November 12. The scope of work requires the lead appraiser to perform a personal on-the-ground physical inspection of the property and all comparable sales, providing reasonable notice to the landowner. Deliverables include one paper copy and one electronic PDF copy of the final appraisal review report. Qualified bidders must provide their state certification and verification of completion of the 2016 edition of the UASFLA appraisal course. The procurement is eligible for the Small Business Purchasing Program, and the primary points of contact for the solicitation are Mary Patey and Robert Boncore.