City of Los Angeles Harbor Department - Real Estate Appraisal Services - RAMP ID #231577 (2026)
The Port of Los AngelesPublic Authority · San Pedro, CA- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Susana Eldridge
The 30-second brief
The City of Los Angeles Harbor Department is soliciting proposals from qualified appraisers to provide a full range of real estate appraisal services on an as-needed basis for a period of three years. Services include real property appraisal reports to estimate current fair market value of improved and unimproved parcels, railroad right-of-way, appraisal review services, benchmark appraisals of industrial port properties, institutional rate-of-return surveys, market rent studies of marina slips and commercial waterfront space, and feasibility valuation support. Proposers must be currently licensed and certified by California's Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA) and hold an MAI, SRPA, or ASA designation with at least five years of commercial appraisal experience in California. Proposals are due by September 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. to Susana Eldridge via email at [email protected]. Questions are due by September 3, 2026.
Appraiser Qualifications and Experience (weight 5), Project Organization, Personnel and Staffing (weight 3), Appraisal Document Including Organization/Clarity (weight 3), Responsiveness to Client Assignments (weight 4), Cost (weight 5)
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Summary
The City of Los Angeles Harbor Department is soliciting proposals from qualified appraisers to provide a full range of real estate appraisal services on an as-needed basis for a period of three years.
Services include real property appraisal reports to estimate current fair market value of improved and unimproved parcels, railroad right-of-way, appraisal review services, benchmark appraisals of industrial port properties, institutional rate-of-return surveys, market rent studies of marina slips and commercial waterfront space, and feasibility valuation support. Proposers must be currently licensed and certified by California's Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA) and hold an MAI, SRPA, or ASA designation with at least five years of commercial appraisal experience in California. Proposals are due by September 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. to Susana Eldridge via email at [email protected]. Questions are due by September 3, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Appraiser Qualifications and Experience (weight 5)
- Project Organization
- Personnel and Staffing (weight 3)
- Appraisal Document Including Organization/Clarity (weight 3)
- Responsiveness to Client Assignments (weight 4)
- Cost (weight 5)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Cover Transmittal Letter, Attachment 3 - Appraiser's Scope of Work and Cost of Services, Appraiser Qualifications and Experience, Resumes, Small/Very Small Business Enterprise and Local Business Preference Program form, Insurance verification letter, CEC Forms 50 and 55, Letter of acceptance of Standard Contract Provisions and Executive Directive 35
- Submit to
- Email Susana Eldridge at [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Reported agency
- City of Los Angeles
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from The Port of Los Angeles?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Email Susana Eldridge at [email protected]. For questions, contact Susana Eldridge.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including The Port of Los Angeles in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Susana Eldridge. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Appraiser Qualifications and Experience (weight 5), Project Organization, Personnel and Staffing (weight 3), Appraisal Document Including Organization/Clarity (weight 3), Responsiveness to Client Assi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from The Port of Los Angeles?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Transmittal Letter, Attachment 3 - Appraiser's Scope of Work and Cost of Services, Appraiser Qualifications and Experience, Resumes, Small/Very Small Business Enterprise and Local Business Prefe. Review the full document from The Port of Los Angeles for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Los Angeles, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.