Revaluation Firm Services

The Town of Howland, Maine seeks a qualified revaluation firm to perform a complete revaluation of all taxable and tax-exempt real and personal property. The selected vendor must execute full measure-and-list inspections, land and market studies, valuation notices, informal taxpayer hearings, and appeal support. The project scope encompasses 771 real estate accounts, 23 personal property accounts, and 57 current use accounts using TRIO Web software, with resulting valuations effective April 1, 2028. Only USA-based onshore applicants are eligible, and performance occurs onsite in Howland, Maine. Applicants must submit five sealed physical copies marked "Proposal for Revaluation Services" alongside digital email or online responses by January 28, 2027, at 5:00 p.m. Proposals require a cover letter, firm profile, team certifications, sample materials, a 10% bid bond or certified check, insurance certificates, and a cost proposal detailing total project costs and daily rates for extra meetings. The Town evaluates proposals based on Maine revaluation experience (25%), project team qualifications (25%), technical approach and 2028 deadline capability (20%), proposal cost (20%), and TRIO software experience (10%).