NRCS OH FY26 ACEP WRE Appraisal Services

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, specifically for USDA NRCS Ohio Appraisal Reports related to the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program - Wetland Reserve Easement (ACEP-WRE). The government is seeking to procure conservation easements to assist landowners in protecting, restoring, and enhancing natural features of eligible land, aiming to restore wetland functions and values and achieve the national goal of no net loss of wetlands.

• The primary deliverable is appraisal reports for specific locations under the ACEP-WRE program for FY26.

• All appraisals must comply with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and NRCS appraisal instructions.

• Appraisals are for market value as-is of the easement area; a conservation easement value is not required.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: April 20, 2026, to July 20, 2026.

• This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ).

• Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to the Contract Specialist (Tamara Sawyer) and Contracting Officer (Oksana Strekha).

• Quote Due Date/Time: April 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.

• All questions must be received by April 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.

• Late submissions will not be accepted.

• Submissions require pricing for all items and current "Active" registration in SAM.gov.

• This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns.

• The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 531320 (Office of Real Appraisers).

• The small business size standard is $9.5 Million.

• This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• All vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and have an "Active" status before submitting a quote.

• The following documents are attached and should be reviewed for full scope and narrative:

  • Attachment 1: Statement of Work (SOW) (11 pages)
  • Attachment 2: Appraisal Report(s) for each location (288 pages)
  • Attachment 3: Price Schedule (1 page) - Return with quote.
  • Attachment 4: Past Performance Questionnaire (1 page) - Return with quote if applicable.
  • Attachment 5: Subcontractor Consent Letter (1 page) - Return with quote if applicable.

• Invoices will be submitted through the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

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Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for USDA NRCS Ohio Appraisal Reports. It constitutes the only solicitation, and no separate written solicitation will be issued. The acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns and is for conservation easements to assist landowners in protecting, restoring, and enhancing eligible land, focusing on hydrology, native vegetation, and natural topography. The goal is to restore and protect wetland functions and values, contributing to the national goal of no net loss of wetlands and improving the general environment.

• Procurement of conservation easements through the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program - Wetland Reserve Easement (ACEP-WRE).

• All appraisals must comply with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and NRCS appraisal instructions.

• Appraisals are for market value 'as is' of the easement area; conservation easement value is not required for ACEP-WRE.

• Anticipated award type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order.

• The government intends to make one award.

• Submission: Quotes must be submitted via email by April 13, 2026, 12:00 PM EST to Tamara Sawyer (Tamara.Sawyer@usda.gov) and Oksana Strekha (Oksana.Strekha@usda.gov) with the subject line "RFQ 12FPC426Q0019".

• Quote Due Date: April 13, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.

• Questions Due Date: April 6, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.

• Offer Acceptance: Prices must be held firm for 90 calendar days from the quote due date.

• Evaluation: Quotations will be evaluated using a comparative methodology to determine the best value to the Government. Evaluation factors include:

  • Non-Price Factors: Technical Approach, Appraiser Qualification/Certification, and Past Performance.
  • Price.

• Tradeoff procedures will not be conducted.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• All responsible sources may submit a quotation.

• Offerors must have current "Active” registration in SAM.gov to be considered responsive.

• Appraisers must be State-certified General Real Property Appraisers or possess a temporary permit equal to State-Certified General Real Property Appraiser.

• Appraisers must acknowledge in writing they are in good standing and have no disciplinary actions in the past 5 years.

• Appraisers must demonstrate competency in USPAP for rural and agricultural property appraisals.

• The following documents are attached and accessible via "Attachments/Links":

  • Attachment 1: Statement of Work (SOW) (11 pages)
  • Attachment 2: Appraisal Report(s) for each location (288 pages)
  • Attachment 3: Price Schedule (to be returned with proposal)
  • Attachment 4: Past Performance Questionnaire (1 page)
  • Attachment 5: Subcontractor Consent Letter (1 page)

• Delivery is required within 90 days after award; early deliveries are accepted.

• Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Payment Platform (IPP).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the specifications and scope of work for an appraisal of real property related to the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP-WRE). The primary goal is to determine the market value of a proposed conservation easement area.

• The appraisal must determine the "as is" market value of the proposed easement area, not the value of the conservation easement itself.

• The appraisal must comply with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and NRCS appraisal instructions.

• The subject property for appraisal is solely the proposed easement area.

• Property rights to be appraised include surface rights, timber, orchards, other permanent plantings, and irrigation water rights (including wells, ditches, reservoirs, ponds).

• Marketable standing timber will be considered if economically harvestable.

• Building improvements and non-affixed irrigation equipment are excluded from valuation.

• The appraisal report must be a full appraisal report, not a restricted report.

• It must provide sufficient detail for the client and intended users to understand the rationale for conclusions.

• The report must include a thorough explanation and support for the property description, highest and best use analysis, market characteristics, and adjustment process.

• Appraisers must conduct a personal inspection of the subject property and comparable sales.

• The report must reference all environmental documents used.

• The effective date of the appraisal is the date of personal inspection.

• Not explicitly stated in this document, but it pertains to real property within the United States being considered for conservation easements by NRCS.

• Appraiser Qualifications: Must be a State-certified general real property appraiser (or have a temporary permit), in good standing, with no disciplinary action in the past 5 years, and demonstrated competency in USPAP for rural/agricultural properties.

• Client/Intended User: USDA/NRCS. Landowners are neither clients nor intended users.

• Information Provided by NRCS: Aerial photographs, legal descriptions, information on conservation agreements, Form CCC-505 (crop base reduction), documentation of irrigation rights, Title 440 CPM, landowner contact information, and written permission to enter the property.

• Information Provided by Landowner: Existing easements/reservations, title status, hazardous materials information, water rights documentation, written access, and preliminary title commitment.

• Report Format: Must meet USPAP requirements, include specific sections (Introduction, Factual Data, Data Analysis, Exhibits), and adhere to NRCS formatting guidelines (e.g., 8.5x11 paper, bound report, original photos).

• Appraisal Reviews: All reports are subject to technical review by NRCS for compliance.

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Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 3, titled "PRICE SCHEDULE," for the NRCS OH Appraisal Reports. It is a pricing sheet that potential bidders must complete and submit as part of their proposal.

• The schedule lists specific appraisal reports required for FY26 ACEP WRE Applications, each with a unique item number and description.
• Columns are provided for Quantity (QTY), Unit Price (EA), and Extended Price.
• Each listed appraisal report has a quantity of 1.
• A "TOTAL" field is included for the sum of extended prices.
• Sections for "VENDOR," "CAGE/UEI SAM," "GSA CONTRACT NO: (If Applicable)," "Primary POC," "EMAIL/PHONE," and "SIGNATURE/DATE" are present for vendor information.

Bidders must use this form to enter their proposed pricing for each individual appraisal report. This information is crucial for proposal evaluation and determining the overall cost of the contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire, serving as Attachment 4 to the solicitation. It is designed to collect information about a contractor's past performance on previous projects. Bidders are expected to provide this questionnaire to their references for completion.

• Sections for "Contract Information for Past Performance Reference" (I, II, and III).
• Fields to record: Contractor Name, Contract Number, Total Project Value, Point of Contact (phone/email), Start Date, Completion Date, and Project/Requirement Description.
• A field to indicate the "Percent of Work Subcontracted."

This form is crucial for bidders as it outlines the specific information required for past performance references. Bidders must ensure they provide this questionnaire to their designated references in a timely manner to gather the necessary data for their proposal submission. The information collected will likely be used by the government to evaluate the bidder's past performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "SAMPLE SUBCONTRACTOR/TEAMING PARTNER CONSENT LETTER FOR THE RELEASE OF PAST PERFORMANCE INFORMATION TO THE PRIME CONTRACTOR." It is intended to be completed by subcontractors or teaming partners who are part of a proposal. The purpose is to obtain consent for the Government to disclose past performance information to the prime contractor during the source selection process.

• The letter is addressed to a specific individual (e.g., Oksana Strekha).
• It requires the participant to identify themselves as a "subcontractor" or "teaming partner."
• It requires the name of the prime contractor or proposing entity.
• It references a specific solicitation: "Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Request for Quote 12FPC426Q0019 for WRE ACEP Appraisal Services on behalf of USDA NRCS Ohio."
• It includes a section for the signature and title of an authorized individual.
• Fields for "Company Name" and "Address" are provided.

Prime contractors are instructed to submit completed consent letters from major subcontractors/teaming partners as part of their Past Performance Volume. This form is crucial for enabling the Government to discuss past performance with the prime contractor, which is emphasized in source selections for obtaining best value.