Section 4729 - Estimate of Value of Services(a) Before entering into discussion with any firm selected pursuant to Section 4728, the Director shall direct the Department staff to prepare an estimate of the value of the proposed project, based upon accepted rates for comparable services. The estimate will serve as a guide in determining fair and reasonable compensation in the negotiation of a satisfactory contract in accordance with the provisions of Section 4731, and shall not be disclosed until award of the contract or abandonment of the negotiation process for the services to which it relates.(b) At any time the Director determines the Department's estimate to be unrealistic for any reason, the Director shall require the estimate to be reevaluated and, if deemed necessary, modified.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 14, § 4729
1. New section filed 3-31-92; operative 4-30-92 (Register 92, No. 15). Note: Authority cited: Section 4526, Government Code. Reference: Sections 4526 and 4528, Government Code.
1. New section filed 3-31-92; operative 4-30-92 (Register 92, No. 15).