LAC 31:III.103. Revised Statutes

A. These regulations shall be read and interpreted jointly with R.S. 39:1551 et seq. B. A rule or regulation shall not change any explicit contract provision, commitment, right or obligation of the state, or of a contractor under a state contract in existence on the effective date of that rule or regulation. However, to the extent possible, existing contracts shall be constructed in conformity with these rules and regulations. C. The bid process for the storage of voting systems shall be performed by the Division of Administration, Office of Facility Planning and Control, except that the Department of State may negotiate for storage space of less than 5,000 square feet in accordance with the provisions of R.S. 18:19. D. The Office of Facility Planning and Control shall prepare the lease between the department and lessor, and the purchase order shall be prepared by the department for the lease of warehouse storage facilities.