RD SFH Appraiser

Synopsis: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format prescribed in Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-61, effective 13 September 2012. USDA Rural Development (RD) in Michigan intends to award multiple Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA's) to small business firms capable of providing appraisals for government-managed/owned single family properties. A BPA is not a contract. The Government is not obligated to place any orders nor is the vendor obligated to accept any orders. For each work assignment, the Government will request appraisal services by issuing a BPA call order to firms that have been awarded BPA's. Individual call orders shall be submitted in accordance with the terms in the BPA. Government personnel authorized to place call orders under the BPA will be identified on the BPA's by name and telephone number. The contractor will be expected to furnish the service in accordance with the terms and conditions of the BPA, without the need for additional paperwork beyond the Statement of Work that accompanies the order. Timely delivery of complete and accurate appraisals is crucial to the success of RD programs. Call orders are to be completed within 7 business days of the call order date. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The contract period is October 1 2012 to September 30, 2013, with four optional fiscal years ending September 2017. The options may or may not be exercised by the Contracting Officer. The BPA may be cancelled by either party in writing at any time. STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS: 1) All appraisers must hold an active license in the State of Michigan as a State Licensed-, a Certified Residential-, or a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser. A limited real estate appraiser license is not acceptable for federally related transactions. In addition, Rural Development is required to contract directly with individual appraisers who are active and in good standing on the Appraisal Subcommittee website (www.asc.gov). This applies to subcontracted appraisers. For Single Family Housing Direct programs, agreements with AMCs are not permitted. All appraisers shall furnish license number and expiration date at the time of bid submission. 2) Obtain a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number, which is a unique nine-character identification number provided by the commercial company Dun & Bradstreet (D&B). The online process at www.dnb.com (d-u-n-s number link) is free of charge and should be completed the same day. 3) System for Acquisition Management (SAM) REGISTRATION: All vendors must maintain an active record in SAM, at www.sam.gov, to be awarded a BPA. It is advised that you begin this process as soon as possible since it can take about a week to complete. To make the process as efficient as possible, please review the online User and Quick Start guides. 4) This is a Total Small Business Set Aside. The applicable NAICS code is 531320, with a business size standard of $2.0M. Please include this code in your SAM registration. Your firm and all affiliates must have total average revenue at or below this size. 5) All appraisers must comply with the current edition of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) available at www.appraisalfoundation.org, agency appraisal requirements as described in Chapter 5 of RD-HB-3550-1, and 7 CFR 3550.62(a), as well as any instructions given by RD representatives. The provisions of FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. Offerors must complete of the provisions of FAR 52.212-3 Offerors Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items in the SAM website. In addition, the provisions of FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items and FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items apply to this solicitation and are attached. EVALUATION PROCEDURES: The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: 1) Technical Capacity - (New contractors) Provide a short narrative describing the offeror's technical ability to provide qualified personnel to perform the work described; the ability to provide quality work simultaneously on multiple services and to comply with the performance schedules. 2) Price - Submit a statement of prices for services. Your price list will apply for the duration of the fiscal year, and may be used to compare for task orders. 3) Past Performance - Include recent similar experience in performing the work described in the Statement of Work, demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction and timely delivery of quality services at fair and reasonable prices. This may include a list of up to 3 references and letters of recommendation with company seal or logo for evaluation purposes. Technical and past performance when combined are equal to price. SUBMISSION OF OFFERS: Interested Contractors wishing to enter into a BPA should reply via fax (preferred), secure email, or mail (least preferred) to the Primary Contact no later than Monday, October 22 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Please return these items: 1) Completed BPA pages 2-4. Include your DUNS and TIN where indicated. 2) Price List and a list of counties served 3) A short statement of experience. Include training, years and types of appraisals prepared. ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS: The Contracting Officer will return a signed BPA via email to accepted offerors. Those not accepted will be notified by email after October 31. Submissions will be retained for use in case of future need.