Tierra Right of Way Services

What Tierra Right of Way Services does

Tierra Right of Way Services, Ltd. is a multi-disciplinary land services firm founded in 1989 and headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, operating as a subsidiary within the CLS Family of Companies. The firm provides right of way acquisition and relocation assistance, cultural resources services (archaeological surveys, NHPA Section 106 consultation, tribal liaison), environmental planning and permitting (NEPA, ESA, Clean Water Act), and staffing support to clients in transportation, electric transmission, pipeline, telecommunications, renewable energy, and public infrastructure. All acquisition and relocation agents operate as licensed real estate brokers/salespersons, and the firm holds GSA Contract GS-10F-0038T (since November 2006) covering GIS services and environmental consulting for federal, state, and local government procurement.

Tierra's technology backbone is CLSLiNK, a proprietary right-of-way project and asset management platform that provides 24/7 real-time transparency for land records, automates reporting across project phases, captures landowner, title, GIS, parcel, and document data, and serves as the single reporting, mapping, and visualization tool across client asset portfolios. The firm's geographic reach spans 34 states with locally positioned teams, and it draws cross-sell and bench strength from sister CLS companies including Contract Land Staff, Paragon Partners, Keystone Consultants, Epic Land Solutions, American Acquisition Group, and SEARCH.

Tierra generates revenue through professional service agreements — fixed-fee or time-and-materials contracts, on-call arrangements, and task orders — billed to government agencies and private infrastructure owners. Pricing is negotiated per project rather than published, with pre-negotiated GSA rates available to federal buyers. Recent strategic activity includes a new Phoenix office opening (October 2025), integration of American Acquisition Group into the CLS platform (August 2024), and adjacent service launches in technical editing (2023) and CLSU e-learning (2023).

Name

Tierra Right of Way Services

Legal name

Tierra Right of Way Services, Ltd.

Website

https://tierra-row.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Tierra Right of Way Services is a Tucson-based, CLS Family subsidiary providing right of way acquisition, cultural resources, environmental planning, and staffing services to government agencies and infrastructure developers across 34 U.S. states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Right of Way and Land Services

NAICS

Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services (541370), Business Service Centers (56143)

SIC

Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531), Services-Management Services (8741), Services-Help Supply Services (7363)

akta.pro primary industry

Right-of-Way & Easement Valuation (BPAJAKAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Pipeline Construction & Right-of-Way Services (EUALADAL)

Keywords

• Right of way services
• Land acquisition services
• Cultural resources consulting
• Environmental planning services
• Infrastructure permitting services

Headquarters

HQ city

Tucson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices55 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Right of Way Acquisition and Relocation Services: Tierra provides full-scope right of way acquisition and relocation assistance services for transportation/public infrastructure, electric transmission, pipeline, telecommunications, renewable energy, and private development projects. Revenue is generated through professional services billed per project, task, or on-call contract, typically involving fixed-fee or time-and-materials arrangements for acquisition, negotiation, title research, appraisal coordination, permitting, and relocation planning.
2. Cultural Resources Services: Archaeological and historical compliance services including Class I, II, and III cultural resources surveys, NRHP eligibility testing, archaeological data recovery excavations, NHPA Section 106 consultation, tribal liaison, artifact analysis, and curation. Billed as professional consulting services on project-specific or on-call contracts.
3. Environmental Planning and Permitting Services: Environmental consulting covering NEPA compliance (Categorical Exclusions, EAs, EISs), Endangered Species Act compliance, USACE Clean Water Act permitting, biological surveys, hazardous materials assessments, and stormwater pollution prevention plans. Revenue is generated through professional service agreements on project or retainer basis.
4. Staffing Support Services: Tierra provides qualified personnel for short- and long-term staffing assignments in right of way, cultural resources, environmental, and GIS/mapping fields. Clients benefit by avoiding payroll expenses, benefits, and recruitment costs. Revenue is generated through markup on personnel placements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Tierra Right of Way Services is a multi-disciplinary land services firm that delivers right of way acquisition and relocation assistance, cultural resources (archaeological) compliance, environmental planning and permitting, and supplemental staffing support for infrastructure, energy, telecommunications, and public-sector projects. The firm also offers CLSLiNK, a proprietary project and asset management technology platform that provides 24/7 transparency for land records, automated reporting, GIS mapping, and document management.

Product overview

Tierra Right of Way Services is a multi-disciplinary land services firm offering a portfolio of integrated service offerings. The core offerings include Right of Way Services (easement and property acquisition, relocation assistance), Cultural Resources Services (archaeological compliance since 1993), Environmental Planning Services (environmental consulting since 1998), and Staffing Support. The company also offers CLSLiNK, a proprietary technology platform for right of way project and asset management providing real-time reporting, data transparency, and document management capabilities. These services support infrastructure, energy, telecommunications, and private development projects across 34 states.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CLSLiNK: A technology platform for land and asset management providing 24/7 transparency for product data and land records, with customizable reports and mapping capabilities.

Products and services

• Right of Way Services Easement and property acquisition, relocation assistance, project management, permitting, title research, and expert witness services for transportation, electric transmission, pipeline, telecommunications, renewable energy, and private development projects. Services are delivered by licensed Acquisition and Relocation Agents under Designated and Qualifying Brokers.
• Cultural Resources Services Archaeological and historical compliance services including Class I, II, and III cultural resources surveys, NRHP eligibility testing, archaeological site mitigation, NHPA Section 106 consultation, artifact analysis, tribal liaison, and curation. Field directors are experienced in NHPA and preservation law compliance.
• Environmental Planning Services Environmental consulting, permitting, and analytical services covering NEPA compliance (Categorical Exclusions, EAs, EISs), Endangered Species Act compliance, USACE Clean Water Act permitting, biological surveys, hazardous materials assessments, and stormwater pollution prevention plans.
• Staffing Support Services Provides qualified individuals for short- and long-term assignments, matching candidate experience to staffing requirements for right of way, cultural resources, environmental, and GIS/mapping positions. Clients avoid payroll expenses, benefits, and recruitment costs.
• CLSLiNK Right of Way Project and Asset Management Technology Proprietary right of way project and asset management platform that provides 24/7 real-time transparency for product data and land records. Customizes and automates reports for any project phase, harmonizes reporting across asset portfolios, and serves as the sole reporting, mapping, and visualization tool capturing landowner data, ownership history, legal descriptions, mileposts, structure numbers, scanned documents, GIS data, parcel shapes, route drawings, maps, and aerial imagery.
• Technical Editing Services Content and copy editing, final formatting, and Section 508 compliance document preparation services.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tierra completed 23 parcel acquisitions for City of East Wenatchee Safe Routes to School project in 3 months (typical timeline: 9-12 months), enabling the City to secure $3 million in funding ($1 million above the $2 million target) with negotiations well under budget.
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• General Services Administration (GSA)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 November 2006Tierra has held a General Services Administration (GSA) contract since November 2006 (Contract No.: GS-10F-0038T) under SINs 541370GIS (GIS Services) and 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services). The GSA contract program provides pre-negotiated discount resources to all GSA Federal agencies, as well as State and local governments, allowing agencies to purchase services directly from pre-qualified firms. This contract serves as a primary procurement vehicle for Tierra's government sales channel.
• Diverse Small and Disadvantaged BusinessesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTierra actively seeks partnerships with small and disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs/SBEs) for teaming opportunities on projects. The company welcomes inquiries from diverse suppliers seeking teaming arrangements and can be contacted via email or phone for such opportunities.
• Contract Land Staff (CLS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerContract Land Staff (CLS), founded in 1985, is one of the largest independent right of way and land services companies in the nation and the parent company of Tierra within the CLS Family of Companies. CLS provides land acquisition and negotiation services for electric transmission, utility, public infrastructure, wind and solar, rail, pipeline, and telecommunications clients. CLS and Tierra operate as an integrated platform delivering comprehensive land services from inception through construction to operation, with shared technology (CLSLiNK) and corporate resources.
• Paragon PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParagon Partners, founded in 1993, is a full-service real estate right of way consulting firm within the CLS Family of Companies, focused on delivering land rights for public, private, and quasi-governmental entities. Paragon serves cities, counties, municipal clients, and organizations requiring land rights services for public infrastructure projects. Its continued expansion allows accommodation of concurrent projects of varying size and complexity across the U.S.
• Keystone ConsultantscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKeystone Consultants, a civil engineering, surveying, and environmental consulting firm with over 25 years of experience serving the energy and telecommunications markets, operates within the CLS Family of Companies. Keystone is known for quality, client responsiveness, cost effectiveness, and deep commitment to understanding client needs as an integral part of their service team.
• Epic Land SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEpic Land Solutions, founded in 2000 and part of the CLS Family of Companies, is a full-service right of way services and real property consulting firm with a mission to create land solutions for the public good. EPIC provides appraisal, right of way acquisition, and relocation assistance services for transit and rail projects in Washington State, Oregon, Idaho, and California, with expertise in FTA, state, and local project funding requirements.
• American Acquisition Group (AAG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmerican Acquisition Group (AAG) is a trusted leader in right of way services providing comprehensive acquisition, relocation assessment, and appraisal solutions for public, semi-public, and private sector clients. AAG has successfully managed over $500 million in land acquisitions with extensive experience across transportation, pipeline, and utility projects. The CLS Family of Companies expanded its platform with AAG's integration in 2024, strengthening service offerings across North America.
• SEARCHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSEARCH is a global leader in archaeology, maritime archaeology, and cultural heritage services worldwide. Part of the CLS Family of Companies, SEARCH has completed more than 5,000 commercial and government projects in 48 US states, 6 US territories, and 39 countries spanning 7 continents and 4 oceans since 1993. SEARCH integrates science, technology, and creativity to advance projects, places, and people through cultural heritage expertise.
• CLS University (CLSU)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCLS University (CLSU) is an online e-learning training platform within the CLS Family of Companies that provides best-in-class training for CLS employees, those interested in joining the Right of Way industry, and for clients. CLSU training programs help develop skills needed for a more rewarding career in right of way services across public and private sectors including Utilities, Transportation, Renewable Energy, Pipeline, Rail, and Telecommunications.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• LandWorks: Right-of-way and land services firm focused on utilities, pipelines, and public infrastructure, providing acquisition, title, GIS, and project management. Comparable mid-sized peer with similar end markets and service mix.
• Universal Field Services: Specialized US right-of-way and land services firm offering acquisition, relocation, title, and project management for utilities, pipelines, transportation, and renewables. Highly comparable in service mix, customer base (utilities and DOTs), and project-based professional services delivery model.
• Coates Field Service: Independent right-of-way and land services company serving electric, gas, pipeline, and telecom clients with acquisition, title, permitting, and project management. Directly comparable in scope, end markets, and reliance on enterprise utility and infrastructure customers.
• O.R. Colan Associates (ORC): National right-of-way acquisition, relocation, and project management firm serving public agencies, utilities, and developers. Closely comparable in services, customer mix (DOTs, electric transmission, broadband), and project-based delivery.
• Percheron (now part of Atlas): Right-of-way, land management, and survey services firm for energy, pipeline, electric transmission, and renewables. Highly comparable in service lines and customer base, particularly in midstream and transmission ROW.

Broad incumbents

• Stantec: Global engineering, architecture, and environmental firm with environmental planning, permitting, and ROW capabilities serving infrastructure, energy, and community development clients. Comparable in environmental and cultural services; broader in scope than Tierra.
• WSP Global: Global professional services firm with substantial transportation, environmental, and property/ROW advisory practices. Competes for federal, DOT, and large transmission ROW packages as part of integrated program management offerings.
• HDR Inc. Global architecture, engineering, and consulting firm with a significant ROW and land services practice supporting transportation, water, and energy clients. Competes for the same DOT, federal, and utility ROW work but as part of a much larger design-build portfolio.
• TRC Companies: Public engineering, environmental, and ROW consulting firm serving utilities, transportation, and energy clients. Overlaps with Tierra in environmental, cultural resources, and ROW services as part of a much broader portfolio.
• Tetra Tech: Global consulting and engineering firm with deep environmental, permitting, and cultural resources practices serving water, energy, and federal clients. Overlaps with Tierra on NEPA, ESA, and cultural resources work as part of a much broader portfolio.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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