Town of Dartmouth - Certification of Real Estate Values for FY 2027 - RFP 2026
Town of DartmouthCity · Dartmouth, MA- Due
- Aug 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jessica Pacheco
- (508) 910-1813
The 30-second brief
The Town of Dartmouth is seeking proposals for the Certification of Real Estate Values for FY 2027, covering all real property, both taxable and exempt, in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 59. The selected vendor will be responsible for updating property inventory data, conducting sales analysis and verification, developing land tables, performing valuation testing, and determining full and fair cash value as of January 1, 2026. Services include public relations, data collection, market adjusted cost approach for residential properties, cost and income approaches for commercial and industrial properties, and assisting the Town in obtaining preliminary and final certification from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. Proposals are due by August 27, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. at the Assessor's Office, Town Hall, 400 Slocum Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747. Vendors must have successfully completed DOR-approved recertification projects over the last five years in municipalities utilizing the Vision Appraisal Software package.
Price, degree to which the proposal meets RFP requirements, exceptions/deviations, individual merits of operation/company/personnel, experience level of Project Director and assigned personnel, previous experience serving municipal clients in Massachusetts, previous recertification projects experience, completeness and responsiveness of submission
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Summary
The Town of Dartmouth is seeking proposals for the Certification of Real Estate Values for FY 2027, covering all real property, both taxable and exempt, in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 59.
The selected vendor will be responsible for updating property inventory data, conducting sales analysis and verification, developing land tables, performing valuation testing, and determining full and fair cash value as of January 1, 2026. Services include public relations, data collection, market adjusted cost approach for residential properties, cost and income approaches for commercial and industrial properties, and assisting the Town in obtaining preliminary and final certification from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. Proposals are due by August 27, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. at the Assessor's Office, Town Hall, 400 Slocum Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747. Vendors must have successfully completed DOR-approved recertification projects over the last five years in municipalities utilizing the Vision Appraisal Software package.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Price
- Degree to which the proposal meets RFP requirements
- Exceptions/deviations
- Individual merits of operation/company/personnel
- Experience level of Project Director and assigned personnel
- Previous experience serving municipal clients in Massachusetts
- Previous recertification projects experience
- Completeness and responsiveness of submission
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Company Information form
- Non-Collusion form
- Certificate of Authority form
- Addendum Acknowledgement form
- Technical Proposal
- Price Proposal
- Submit to
- Assessor's Office, Town Hall, 400 Slocum Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747
- Scope location
- Dartmouth, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Dartmouth?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Assessor's Office, Town Hall, 400 Slocum Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747. For questions, contact Jessica Pacheco.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Dartmouth 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 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 Jessica Pacheco at (508) 910-1813. 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: "Price, degree to which the proposal meets RFP requirements, exceptions/deviations, individual merits of operation/company/personnel, experience level of Project Director and assigned personnel, previo..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Dartmouth?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Dartmouth are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Dartmouth regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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: Company Information form, Non-Collusion form, Certificate of Authority form, Addendum Acknowledgement form, Technical Proposal, Price Proposal. Review the full document from Town of Dartmouth for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dartmouth, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.