Department of Agricultural Resources MDAR FY26 RFQ Appraisal Work 2 Projects Easton-Westhampton - BD-26-1002-1003-001-127613 (2026)
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Suite 500 Boston, MA- Due
- Apr 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Robert Monahan
- (857) 505-0874
The 30-second brief
The Department of Agricultural Resources is seeking bids for professional appraisal services for two properties under application to the Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) Program in Easton and Westhampton, Massachusetts. The work requires preparing appraisals to USDA-NRCS Agricultural Conservation Easement Program Agricultural Land Easement (ACEP-ALE) appraisal specifications, including cost of development approach, Supplemental Appraisal Reports (SAR), and Confirmatory Update Letters (CAL). Project identifiers include BD-26-1002-1003-001-127613. Submissions are due via COMMBUYS by April 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Cost to prepare a report to ACEP-ALE appraisal specifications; Cost to prepare a Supplemental Appraisal Report (SAR); Cost to prepare a Confirmatory Update Letter (CAL); Property address and acreage for all projects for which you have prepared an APR or CR appraisal within the last 24 months
Total Bid, Quality of previous work, Supplier Diversity Program, Registered Small Business, Familiarity with Geographic Region/Location, Prompt Payment Discount Offered, Past Timeliness of Submission of Completed Work
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Summary
The Department of Agricultural Resources is seeking bids for professional appraisal services for two properties under application to the Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) Program in Easton and Westhampton, Massachusetts.
The work requires preparing appraisals to USDA-NRCS Agricultural Conservation Easement Program Agricultural Land Easement (ACEP-ALE) appraisal specifications, including cost of development approach, Supplemental Appraisal Reports (SAR), and Confirmatory Update Letters (CAL). Project identifiers include BD-26-1002-1003-001-127613. Submissions are due via COMMBUYS by April 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Total Bid
- Quality of previous work
- Supplier Diversity Program
- Registered Small Business
- Familiarity with Geographic Region/Location
- Prompt Payment Discount Offered
- Past Timeliness of Submission of Completed Work
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Cost to prepare a report to ACEP-ALE appraisal specifications
- Cost to prepare a Supplemental Appraisal Report (SAR)
- Cost to prepare a Confirmatory Update Letter (CAL)
- Property address and acreage for all projects for which you have prepared an APR or CR appraisal within the last 24 months
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- REQUIRED- Municipality Application Form to be Submitted
- Instructions- How to submit a quote-bid for Municipal Partners.pdf
- REVIEW ONLY- Additional Documents needed IF Contract is Awarded- DO NOT COMPLETE NOW.pdf
- Submit to
- https://www.commbuys.com
- Scope location
- Easton and Westhampton, MA
- Reported agency
- Department of Agricultural Resources
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.commbuys.com. For questions, contact Robert Monahan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts in MA, 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 RFQ 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 Robert Monahan at (857) 505-0874. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cost to prepare a report to ACEP-ALE appraisal specifications; Cost to prepare a Supplemental Appraisal Report (SAR); Cost to prepare a Confirmatory Update Letter (CAL); Property address and acreage for all projects for which you have prepared an APR or CR appraisal within the last 24 months. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Total Bid, Quality of previous work, Supplier Diversity Program, Registered Small Business, Familiarity with Geographic Region/Location, Prompt Payment Discount Offered, Past Timeliness of Submission..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
All active and historical solicitations from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: REQUIRED- Municipality Application Form to be Submitted; Instructions- How to submit a quote-bid for Municipal Partners.pdf; REVIEW ONLY- Additional Documents needed IF Contract is Awarded- DO NOT COM. Review the full document from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Easton and Westhampton, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
