Description
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources is seeking bids for appraisals of two properties under application to the Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) Program. The appraisals must be prepared to USDA-NRCS Agricultural Conservation Easement Program Agricultural Land Easement (ACEP-ALE) appraisal specifications. Bidders must submit their quotes via Commbuys by April 22, 2026, 5:00 pm. The appraiser shall include the cost of development approach as a check on the sales comparison approach and identify all easements and state whether they affect the development and/or agricultural value of the property.
• The appraiser shall contact MDAR immediately if land planning or soil testing may be needed.
• The appraiser shall confirm that septic systems, wells, and other improvements are not located on restricted land when house lots are excluded.
• A Review Appraisal may be ordered following the receipt of the appraisal, and the appraiser may be asked to address any concerns raised by the Review Appraiser.
• Appraisals will be due on June 30, 2026.