After expiration of the period stated in the publications, the Director shall evaluate statements of qualifications and performance data on file in the Department. The Director shall conduct discussions with no less than three firms regarding anticipated concepts and the relative utility of alternative methods of approach for furnishing the required service. From the firms with which discussions are held, the Director shall select no less than three, in order of preference, based upon the established criteria, who are deemed to be the most highly qualified to provide the services required. If three qualified firms that could provide the required service cannot be found, a full explanation including names and addresses of firms and individuals requested to submit qualifications must be entered in the Department's files.
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 21, § 1312
2. Amendment of section heading, section and NOTE filed 2-7-2013; operative 4-1-2013 (Register 2013, No. 6).
Note: Authority cited: Section 4526, Government Code. Reference: Sections 4526, 4527 and 4529.12, Government Code; and Article XXII, California Constitution, Sections 1-2.
2. Amendment of section heading, section and Note filed 2-7-2013; operative 4-1-2013 (Register 2013, No. 6).