What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe government authority in Minnesota seeks qualified, state-licensed, certified general real property appraisers to deliver property appraisal services for property tax appeals and litigation. The required scope includes developing market value opinions, preparing USPAP-compliant appraisal reports, analyzing complex property types, managing multiple properties per assignment, and providing litigation support such as testimony, consultation, and rebuttal analysis. Bidding is restricted to onshore USA organizations, and the work will be performed offsite. Bidders can submit responses digitally via email or online, though the text does not state the final submission deadline. The buyer requires all questions by October 5, 2026, and seeks budget proposals for a one-year contract period. The text does not disclose the evaluation criteria.
Scope of work
- Development of market value opinions for one or more assessment dates
- Preparation of USPAP compliant appraisal reports for Minnesota Tax Court litigation
- Analysis of complex property types and managing multiple properties under a single assignment
- Participation in litigation support activities including rebuttal analysis, consultation, and testimony
- Completion of Phase 1 preliminary valuation assessments and valuation analysis
- Preparation of Phase 2 formal appraisal reports suitable for trial and litigation proceedings
- Review and evaluation of Petitioner appraisal reports and work files
- Provision of expert witness services and testimony in court
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Cost score | 25 points |
Minimum qualifications
- Hold and maintain a current Certified General Real Property Appraiser license in the State of Minnesota
- Demonstrate experience preparing appraisal reports for ad valorem tax appeal matters
- Demonstrate experience providing expert testimony in Minnesota Tax Court or similar settings
- Significant experience appraising a wide range of property types
- History of completing a high volume of appraisal assignments annually
- Experience working on complex valuation assignments involving multiple parcels
- Established presence and experience within the State of Minnesota
Documents to include with your response
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Qualifications and Experience
- Artificial Intelligence statement
- Conflict of Interest disclosure
- Signed Appendix A – County’s Standard Terms and Conditions
- Completed Appendix B – References
- Appendix C – Fee Schedule (submitted as a separate PDF)
How to submit
- Method
- Instructions
- Submit proposal combined as one document in minimum 11-point font via email to [email protected] with subject line Appraisal Services. Submit Appendix C Fee Schedule as a separate PDF.