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. . . " We are known for ability to handle difficult displacements. Clients are confident that we are in compliance with the Uniform Act, while abiding by the least cost approach. We use our expertise and depth of experience to solve problems, rather than increasing claims. Attached is a list of current and recent clients and references for your review. Scope of Services We provide all acquisition and relocation services necessary to successfully complete the project. We would provide these services in compliance with the "Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition for Federally Assisted Programs", Public Law 91-646, Number 49 C.F.R., Part 24, codified and published by the Federal Register, March 2nd, 1990. This is the Federal Law adopted by Minnesota Statutes 117.52. The following identifies typical acquisition and relocation assistance provided by Wilson Development Services. (a) Property Acquisition 1. Maintain file on each parcel to be turned over to the Agency at completion. 2. Document all verbal conversations with a written memo. 3. Coordinate activities of engineers, appraisers, and attorney and agency staff 4. Review written real estate appraisals and review appraisal. 5. Prepare and present written letter of intent to acquire property. 6. Prepare resolution establishing just compensation. 7. Prepare written offer to buy. 8. Negotiate acquisition within applicable rules, regulations, and laws. 9. Provide documentation for any deviation in acquisition terms or conditions from original officer. 10. Obtain signed purchase agreement or easement from property owner. 11. Obtain property abstract or title certificates from property owner for review by City Attorney or Title Company. 12. Coordinate closing between property Owner, Agency and Title Company. (b) Residential Relocation 1. Maintain relocation file on each displacee to be turned over to the Agency at completion. Copies of all letters to displacees initiated by us will be forwarded to the Agency. 2. Meet with Property owners and displacees to explain procedures, program benefits and responsibilities under the Uniform Act. 3. Determine eligibility for relocation assistance. 4. Prepare preliminary relocation budget after initial contact. 5. Prepare General Information Notice to all displacees. 6. Prepare Notice of Relocation Eligibility. 7. Establish comparable housing, prepare corresponding notice and make site referrals. 8. Prepare 90-Day and 30-Day Notice to Vacate. 9. Prepare moving specifications and secure competitive bids.