Mandatory Data
It will be necessary for the reports to contain the following:
- statement of purpose;
- definition and estimates of costs reported;
- data and analysis to explain, substantiate, and document the estimate of costs;
- identification of the property and ownership;
- statement of appropriate contingent and limiting conditions, if any;
- identification of technical and significant issues;
- date(s) on which and/or as of which the estimate of costs is made;
- signature, and date the report is signed;
- sufficient information to substantiate the individual’s qualifications, such as a statement of education or experience;
- other descriptive material (i.e., maps, charts, plans, and photographs); and
- federal-aid project number, parcel identification, and Right of Way CSJ.
Contracts will be executed
before
any work is performed. They are prepared on a per hour basis using the Eminent Domain Expert Witness Contract. Such contract is
to be signed by the Right of Way Division Director, or designee. The original copy will be submitted to the ROW Program Office when submitting for payment.