OAR 291-160-0340: Brand Name or Equivalent Specifications

(1) Brand Name: DOC may specify a brand name or equal specification when, in DOC’s sole determination, the use of a brand name or equal specification is Advantageous to DOC because a brand name or equivalent describes the standard of quality, performance, functionality and other characteristics of a product needed by DOC. (2) DOC’s determination of when to use a brand name or equivalent specification, or what constitutes a product that is equal or superior to a product specified, is final.