Otis Town Seeks Professional Assessment Services for Real Estate and Personal Property

Otis, a town in Western Mass, is seeking quotes for Assessment Services. The town, known for the Otis Reservoir, has a population of 1,500 that increases in the summer. It has 2,800 real estate parcels and 1,100 personal property accounts. The town is looking for a professional company to manage its tax base. The chosen company's staff should have strong communication skills and will work with the Assessor’s Clerk. The budget for this service is $54,000.

The services required include interim adjustment years and 5-year revaluation adjustment years. For the interim years, the company will review and adjust property codes, analyze sales information from the past two years, and implement new land valuations. They will also be responsible for uploading data into the town's system and completing the New Growth Template.

For the 5-year revaluation years, the company will create a work plan, review and adjust property codes, analyze sales information from the past two years, and implement new land valuations. They will also upload data into the town's system and complete the New Growth Template.

The company will also appraise Personal Property class accounts, following specific guidelines and using a standard index of values. The town will provide all necessary documents and lists of assets. The company will also provide support to the Assessor Clerk with valuation-related matters.

The company will also assist the clerk in entering forms, inspecting new personal property for business accounts and second homes. The town will handle the mailing of forms and provide returned copies for the company's use. The company will also review and enter personal property forms, inspect new business personal property accounts, update telephone and wireless personal property valuations, and assist with a second home study and analysis.

Companies interested in this opportunity should submit a cover letter, price proposal, and references to Brandi Page, Town Administrator at townadmin@townofotisma.com by May 14, 2024.

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