Section 6101.24 - Closing the record [Rule 24](a)Closing the evidentiary record. Unless otherwise ordered, the evidence as defined in Rule 9(a)(1) (48 CFR 6101.9(a)(1) ) is closed at the end of a hearing under Rule 20 or at the start of merits briefing when a case is submitted on the record under Rule 19 (48 CFR 6101.19 ).(b)Closing the record for decision. Unless otherwise ordered, the record for decision as defined in Rule 9(a) (48 CFR 6101.9(a) ) is closed when the Board receives the final scheduled brief on the matters to be decided.