If an appeal is filed and the procurement or contract was stayed by the district representative pursuant to R7-2-1144, the filing of an appeal shall automatically continue the stay unless the hearing officer makes a written determination that the award of the contract without delay is necessary to protect substantial interests of the school district. If no such determination is made, the stay shall automatically end upon written decision of the hearing officer pursuant to R7-2-1151 or R7-2-1181.
Ariz. Admin. Code § R7-2-1149