09/08/2026
Notice of Bids / Request for Proposals
Professional Property Assessment Services
Town of Wabeno – Forest County- Wisconsin
1. INVITATION TO BID / PROPOSAL OVERVIEW
The Town of Wabeno is officially accepting sealed proposals from certified, qualified evaluation firms or individuals to provide professional Statutory Property Assessor Services. The selected contractor will be expected to serve as the statutory municipal assessor starting on Start Date January 1, 2027.
• Submission Deadline: Proposals must be received by the Clerk's Office no later than
Noon on September 30th, 2026
• Submission Labeling: Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
"RFP – ASSESSING SERVICES."
• Delivery Address: 4473 North Branch Street, Wabeno, WI 54566
• Phone Number: Municipal Clerk 715-850-1127
2. COMMUNITY PROFILE
To assist bidders in formulating pricing, the Town provides the following property metrics:
• Estimated Population: 1100
• Total Parcel Count: Approximately 1216 real estate parcels
• Next Revaluation Due: 2028
3. SCOPE OF SERVICES REQUIRED
The selected Assessor will perform all duties required of a municipal assessor under State Statute/Law, including but not limited to:
• Roll Maintenance: Annually update property owner records, process real estate transfer returns, and track new construction / building permits.
• Market Updates & Revaluations: Perform periodic market adjustments and full revaluations as agreed upon to maintain state compliance.
• Public Relations & Statutory Hearings: Hold and attend mandatory Open Book inspection periods and formal Board of Review objection hearings.
• Technology Requirements: Maintain and update data using a recognized Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) software platform.
4. SUBMISSION & FIRM REQUIREMENTS
Bidders must include the following information within their sealed proposal packets:
1. Qualifications & History: A brief history of the firm and resumes of the specific personnel who will be assigned to this municipality.
2. State Certification: Proof of active, valid State Assessor Certification.
3. References: Contact information for at least three (3) current or recent municipal clients of similar size, if applicable.
4. Proof of Insurance: Evidence of statutory Worker’s Compensation and Commercial General Liability insurance.
5. Cost Breakdown: Clear, fixed annual fee schedules broken down by year for the duration of the contract term.
6. Cost proposal for a revaluation to bring the township of Wabeno into compliance with state regulations. Include both a cost proposal for a full interior and exterior reval and a cost proposal for an exterior only revaluation.
7. Cost proposal per year for annual assessor maintenance of the township for a 3 year contract period.
