Ithaca City School District Broker Opinion of Value, Appraisal and Real Estate Advisory Services RFP ICSD-2026-BOV
Ithaca City School DistrictSchool · Ithaca, NY- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Dominick J. Lisi
The 30-second brief
The Ithaca City School District (ICSD) is soliciting proposals under RFP ICSD-2026-BOV for professional services including a Broker Opinion of Value (BOV), USPAP-compliant appraisal, and real estate advisory services for a former school property. The selected firm will perform property reviews, site inspections, highest-and-best-use analysis, and comparable market evidence research to inform District planning for potential sale or disposition. Requirements include New York State real estate brokerage licensure and experience with institutional or redevelopment properties. Proposals must include a fixed fee for the BOV and appraisal. A question deadline is set for August 27, 2026, with final proposals due September 4, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Draft BOV/appraisal, Final written BOV/appraisal in searchable PDF, Presentation of findings
Relevant experience (25%), Project understanding and methodology (20%), Local/regional market knowledge (20%), Qualifications and availability (15%), Independence and references (10%), Fee and overall value (10%)
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Summary
The Ithaca City School District (ICSD) is soliciting proposals under RFP ICSD-2026-BOV for professional services including a Broker Opinion of Value (BOV), USPAP-compliant appraisal, and real estate advisory services for a former school property.
The selected firm will perform property reviews, site inspections, highest-and-best-use analysis, and comparable market evidence research to inform District planning for potential sale or disposition. Requirements include New York State real estate brokerage licensure and experience with institutional or redevelopment properties. Proposals must include a fixed fee for the BOV and appraisal. A question deadline is set for August 27, 2026, with final proposals due September 4, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Draft BOV/appraisal
- Final written BOV/appraisal in searchable PDF
- Presentation of findings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Signed cover letter
- Firm profile
- Relevant experience
- Project understanding and methodology
- Proposed team resumes/licenses
- Local/regional market knowledge evidence
- Three client references
- Separate fee proposal
- Required disclosures
- Work sample
- Acknowledgment of addenda
REQUIRED STAFFING
Lead professional, Key personnel
- Submit to
- Ithaca City School District, Business Office, 400 Lake Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
- Scope location
- Ithaca, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Ithaca City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 4, 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: Ithaca City School District, Business Office, 400 Lake Street, Ithaca, NY 14850. For questions, contact Dominick J. Lisi.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Ithaca City School District in NY, 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 Dominick J. Lisi. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Lead professional, Key personnel. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Draft BOV/appraisal, Final written BOV/appraisal in searchable PDF, Presentation of findings. 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: "Relevant experience (25%), Project understanding and methodology (20%), Local/regional market knowledge (20%), Qualifications and availability (15%), Independence and references (10%), Fee and overall..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ithaca City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Ithaca City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Ithaca City School District 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 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: Signed cover letter, Firm profile, Relevant experience, Project understanding and methodology, Proposed team resumes/licenses, Local/regional market knowledge evidence, Three client references, Separa. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Ithaca City School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ithaca, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.