All consultants interviewed or hired for Federal or State assisted projects must be licensed in the State of Michigan in compliance with PA299 of 1980 (Occupational Code).  Click here to learn about broker license requirements. 

Prior to selecting a consultant sponsors must verify that the consultant is properly licensed.  Consultants must be able to provide evidence of their license and qualifications prior to contract execution.  Copies of licenses or a list of company and individual licenses must be provided prior to contract execution.  An entity hired by an airport for a regulated real estate service (including LLC, partnership, corporation broker) must be properly licensed in order to receive compensation for real estate services as defined in PA299 of 1980. 

MDOT guidelines for selecting a land consultant 
MDOT Pre-qualified Contractors 
Consultant Procurement 
MDOT Vendor/Consultant Services

Agreement for Professional Consultant Services (updated 2/9/09) (can be used for all land related contract services) 

Land Acquisition Consultants (doc file) - updated 2-9-09 

• Companies and individuals must be properly licensed in order to perform regulated activities (such as negotiations, offer to buy, offer to sell, etc.).  Contact Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) for licensing requirements. 
• Verify a License 

Real Estate Appraisers

• Appraisers must possess the appropriate license and be able to prove their qualifications when completing appraisals for projects with State and Federal funding.  Click here for appraisal license requirements.   
• Contact AERO if there is a question as to appraiser licensing or qualifications.   
• Search for Licensed Appraisers in Michigan 
• Verify a License 
• All appraisal reports must be completed in accordance with  MDOT appraisal guidelines and FAA  5100-17 (ch 2 - appraisal requirements) unless otherwise approved by MDOT or FAA.   

FAA -  Procurement and Contracting under AIP
FAA Grant Assurances (sponsor obligations)
Professional (A/E) Services Procurement
Go to FORMS AND CLAUSES for FAA recommended consultant related forms. 

FAA - Federal Contract Provisions   

• FAA Grant Assurances  
• FAA Sponsor Assurances  
• FAA Federal Contract Provisions Under AIP  

Contractor Evaluation (completed by Airport Sponsor) 

FAA Consultant Contracts 

• Appraisal Contract - Appraisal Contract Proposal 
• Appraisal Review Contract 
• Acquisition and Relocation Services Contract   

Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs 

• Real Estate Broker and Sales License Information 
• Broker License Requirements 
• Broker License Applicant's Guide  
• Real Estate Appraiser License Information
• Real Estate Appraiser License Requirements 
• Verify a License 

Public Act 299 of 1980 (Occupational Code) 

Vendor Registration - Doing Business with the State of Michigan   (online vendor registration website)  

Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification (W-9) (required to receive a payment from the State of Michigan - see also online vendor registration)