R19-3-544. Contract Change Orders and Amendments

A. The procurement officer may extend or authorize options in a contract provided the price of the extension or option was evaluated under the contractor’s original offer. B. Any contract change order or amendment or aggregate change orders or amendments of a contract not covered under subsection (A) that exceeds 25% of the original contract amount may be executed only if approved by the budget manager and the procurement officer determines in writing that the change order or amendment is advantageous to the Lottery and the price is determined fair and reasonable pursuant to R19-3-550. C. The procurement officer may, in situations in which time or economic considerations preclude re-solicitation, negotiate a reduction to the contract, including scope, price, and contract requirements in accordance with A.R.S. § 41-2537.