Land Appraisal Services (Federal Compliance)

The contract requires the provision of federal-compliant real estate appraisals for forested land parcels in accordance with the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions, commonly known as the Yellow Book. The work must meet stringent federal guidelines ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to standards recognized across federal land acquisition programs. Appraisals are to be conducted on parceled forested properties, likely for purposes such as conservation, resource management, or public land expansion, with the results serving as the basis for federal valuation and acquisition decisions. The scope demands expertise in both real estate appraisal methodologies and the specialized application of Yellow Book requirements to natural resource holdings. The contract is categorized as a subcontract under NAICS code 531210, which corresponds to real estate appraisals, and is managed by the DCRCU – DCR CONTRACTS UNIT based in Massachusetts, with performance required in Boston, 02116. Although no solicitation number is provided, the posting date is July 24, 2026, and responses are due by August 7, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time. The contract does not specify any set-aside status or organizational type restrictions, and while no point of contact is listed, the UI link directs to the official procurement portal where further submission details and technical requirements can be accessed. All work must be completed with full compliance to federal appraisal norms, and the contractor is expected to deliver defensible, audit-ready valuation reports.