R--PLU_26_1
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Interior (DOI), specifically the Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD) and Interior Business Center (IBC) on behalf of the Appraisal and Valuations Services Office (AVSO), has issued a Sources Sought Notice (R--PLU_26_1). This is market research to identify potential Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) and Indian-owned Economic Enterprises (IEE) capable of providing appraisal and valuation services for a defined property. The objective is to obtain an independent opinion of the market value of the fee simple estate. Responses are due by April 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM MDT.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is to procure independent appraisal and valuation services for a specific property. A Draft Statement of Work (SOW) is attached to the original notice, providing detailed requirements for the services sought.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (market research only, not a solicitation)
- Response Due: April 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM MDT
- Published: April 2, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
- Set-Aside: Specifically seeking responses from Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) and Indian-owned Economic Enterprises (IEE).
- Submission Limit: Responses must be limited to four (4) pages.
- Required Information: Submissions should include:
- Company Name, Address, UEI, CAGE Code, Point of Contact
- Business size/category
- A capability statement addressing vendor capabilities related to the requirement, recent and relevant experience, and any other pertinent information.
- Submission Method: Responses must be submitted via email to Mr. Morgan Schickler (morgan_schickler@ibc.doi.gov) and Mr. Robert Staats (robert_staats@ibc.doi.gov).
- Email Subject Line: "Sources Sought Notice – PLU_26_1"
- Important Note: Responses submitted by any other method will not be accepted or answered. The Government does not intend to provide feedback or evaluate submissions.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 531320 "Offices of Real Estate Appraisers"
- PSC Code: R411 "Support-Professional: Real Property Appraisals"
- All information submitted is strictly voluntary, and no funds are available to pay for information received. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not guarantee a future solicitation.