LAC 19:IX.1303. Objectives

A. The overall objectives for this program are: 1. to implement the policy of the LAVET to promote economic development and business opportunities for all sectors throughout the state; 2. to ensure opportunities for certified VSE’s and DVSE’s to participate in all phases of the state’s contracting activities; 3. to stimulate participation of Louisiana-based certified VSE’s and DVSE’s with the state and create opportunities through the state’s contracting and procurement; 4. to encourage certified VSE’s and DVSE’s to seek work from prime contractors when qualified and work is available; 5. to formalize existing procurement and contracting practices and implement new procurement and contracting procedures to assist more effectively certified VSE and DVSE participation; 6. to carry out the mandate of the state as enacted by Act 167 of the 2009 Regular Legislative Session; 7. to ensure nondiscriminatory practices in the use of certified VSE’s and DVSE’s for state contracts.