Land Acquisition Services for Coastal Properties

The contract seeks qualified firms to provide land acquisition services for coastal properties located within or adjacent to National Estuarine Research Reserves, focusing on the identification, valuation, and purchase of land through fee-simple acquisitions and conservation easements. The work involves conducting due diligence, appraising property values, negotiating with landowners, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations to secure ecologically significant coastal areas for long-term conservation and research purposes. All transactions must align with the mission of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to protect and sustain estuarine ecosystems. The solicitation is open to subcontractors, with aresponse deadline of September 18, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 531210 for Real Estate Property Activities. It is administered by the Department of Commerce, specifically through NOAA, and is intended to support the expansion and enhancement of protected coastal habitats. While no set-aside provisions are specified, bidders must demonstrate experience in environmental land transactions, familiarity with coastal property law, and the capacity to deliver accurate appraisals and legally defensible acquisition outcomes. Performance is expected to occur across multiple coastal locations managed under the National Estuarine Research Reserve System.