Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 11, June 11, 2024
Section 7.1.6.15 - RESOLUTIONA. Written recommendation: The hearing officer shall make a written recommendation on the merits of the protest within ten (10) days or as expeditiously as possible after the receipt of all information or the date of any conference or hearing held on the matter, whichever is later, and shall furnish a copy of the recommendation to the protestant, the department, and other interested parties. Such recommendation should include:(1) a copy of the protest to interested parties if any;(2) a statement setting forth findings and conclusions in the matter, together with any additional evidence or information deemed necessary in determining the validity of the protest. The statement shall be fully responsive to the allegations of the protest. If the award was made after receipt of the protest, the statement shall include the determination required under Paragraph 11 [now 7.1.6.11 NMAC] of this regulation;(3) a statement of the relief granted; and(4) notice to the protestant of the right to judicial review of the final determination, pursuant to Section 13-1-183 NMSA 1978.B. Notice of Recommendation. A copy of the recommendation shall be transmitted to the protestant, the department, and other interested parties involved in the procurement.8/12/85, 7/7/87, 1/1/97; Recompiled 10/31/01