Where articles are to be used for educational or training purposes, by persons with disabilities, for test and evaluation or research purposes, or for any purpose deemed necessary by the CIO or his designee, special or overriding consideration may be given to the factor of suitability in the preparation of specifications, evaluation of offers, for waiver of competition, and the award of contracts. GTA shall consult with the agency prior to modification by GTA of any information or recommendation submitted by the end user.
Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 665-2-3-.04
O.C.G.A. Sec. 50-25-7.3.