1.0 Profile and other pertinent data regarding the Town of North Reading, Massachusetts. 1.1 The Town of North Reading contains approximately 534 personal property accounts as of January 1, 2026. 1.2 The Board of Assessors utilizes the RRC Personal Property Appraisal Software of Real Estate Research Consultants, Inc. on an in-house basis. 1.3 Interested Contractors must utilize this appraisal software for the generation of values. 2.0 Services to be Performed 2.1 The Contractor will list and value all new personal property accounts within the Town of North Reading. 2.2 The Contractor shall conform to the usage classifications of all personal property so described, in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 59. 2.3 Any system changes required and updated pricing tables shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall provide all necessary computer and appraisal consulting services to facilitate any system changes. 3.0 Responsibilities of the Town 3.1 The Board of Assessors shall receive a weekly status report from the Contractor. They shall review and evaluate the progress of the project, and if necessary or advisable notify the Contractor whether the work performed is or is not satisfactory and timely. 3.2 The Town shall, as available, provide to the contractor adequate office space including desk, chairs, a telephone and a file cabinet for the duration of the project.
