5A-12.006. Designation of Informal Hearing Officer for Bid Protests

(1) If there is no disputed issue of material fact in a bid protest, the Assistant Commissioner shall designate a Hearing Officer who shall conduct an informal proceeding pursuant to section 120.57(2), F.S., and Part III of Chapter 28-106, F.A.C. (2) The qualifications of such Hearing Officer shall be: (a) A member in good standing of the Florida Bar; or (b) A person knowledgeable by virtue of practical experience of the procedures relating to soliciting and evaluating bids for commodities or proposals for services; or (c) A person knowledgeable by virtue of practical experience or training of the procedures relating to legal or other administrative proceedings in which decisions are rendered.