Appraisal services: Warm Springs_26_1, AVIS Projec

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Background The U.S. Department of the Interior, through its Appraisal and Valuation Services Office (AVSO), is seeking appraisal services for the Warm Springs_26_1 project. This contract aims to fulfill the agency's mission of providing accurate market valuations to assist in land compensation processes, particularly for Native Allotments held in trust status by the United States for landowners. Work Details The contractor will provide market valuation and appraisal report services specifically for the Warm Springs_26_1 project under AVIS Project Number P09-145-2024-00005. The tasks include: 1. Conducting appraisals of vacant parcels on the Warm Springs Reservation in Oregon, focusing solely on land value without structural improvements. 2. Ensuring compliance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and delivering reports in a narrative format that meets all specified requirements. 3. Performing a personal inspection of the subject property and verifying all market data utilized in value conclusions. 4. Submitting an initial appraisal report within 120 days after award, followed by a final report after review and acceptance. Period of Performance The target period of performance is 120 calendar days from the date of Purchase Order award, with an initial appraisal target date set for 165 calendar days from award. Place of Performance The appraisal services will be performed on the Warm Springs Reservation in Oregon. Bidder Requirements Bidders must hold a valid license as a Certified General Appraiser and demonstrate experience in appraising agricultural use tracts, recreational tracts, and rural residential tracts similar to those involved in this project. They must provide a standard Appraiser's Statement of Qualifications, including details about their experience under USPAP guidelines, and submit documentation for any associate appraisers involved.