OAR 734-010-0380: DAS Appeal Process Covering Contractor Evaluations

(1) In the event that a contractor's prequalification is suspended by ODOT, the contractor may appeal the suspension to DAS in accordance with ORS 279C.445 and 279C.450. If the contractor wishes to appeal suspension of its prequalification as a bidder to DAS, the contractor must, within 7 business days after receipt of notice of suspension, notify the OPO Construction Contracts Manager in writing. (2) Upon receipt of such notice of appeal, the OPO Construction Contracts Manager will immediately notify the Director of DAS and the SCME. (3) The Director of DAS will notify the appealing party and ODOT of the time and date of the hearing. The hearings appeal and final decision will take place in accordance with the statutory requirements and applicable DAS rules. (4) If the suspension is upheld, the OPO Construction Contracts Manager will notify the contractor and the SCME that the suspension of the contractor's prequalification will begin 10 days after the contractor is notified.