What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe City of Union City seeks proposals from qualified firms to provide real estate and tax appraisal services from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027. The selected vendor must deliver appraisal reports for specific properties directed by the City and furnish expert witness testimony for related litigation matters. Candidates must hold all necessary New Jersey qualifications and licenses, including a New Jersey real estate appraiser's license, and provide proof of business registration with the New Jersey Division of Taxation. Applicants must submit one original and two copies of their sealed proposals on white 8 ½” x 11” paper to 3715 Palisade Avenue no later than 3:30 pm on November 20, 2026. Submissions must include hourly rates, an overall not-to-exceed cost, at least four references, and required compliance certifications. The City evaluates proposals using selection criteria that include experience and references along with cost competitiveness.
Scope of work
- Provide high-quality valuations on all types of real estate in the City
- Submit appraisal reports on specific properties at the direction of the City
- Provide expert witness testimony for related litigation matters
- Any other Real Estate and Tax Appraisal Services
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation | Not specified |
| Experience and references | Not specified |
| Ability to perform the task in a timely fashion, including staffing and familiarity with the subject matter | Not specified |
| Cost competitiveness | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Possess all qualifications and licenses necessary to provide real estate and tax appraisal services in New Jersey
- Hold a New Jersey real estate appraiser's license
- Proof of business registration with the New Jersey Division of Taxation prior to contract award
- Significant experience in providing municipalities with Real Estate and Tax Appraisal Services
- At least four (4) references, three (3) of which must have knowledge of service to public entities
Documents to include with your response
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Business Registration Certificate
- Statement certifying no prior or pending ethics complaints
- Cost details including hourly rates, time estimates, expenses, and total not to exceed amount
- Appraiser education, experience, qualifications, licenses, and certifications descriptions
- At least four (4) references
- Examples of record of success servicing public entities in similar matters
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy
- Instructions
- Submit one original and two (2) copies on white 8 1/2" x 11" paper to Hilda I. Rosario, City Clerk, City of Union City, 3715 Palisade Avenue, Union City, New Jersey 07087.