R653-3-14. Negotiation and Award of Contract

The selection committee or its designee will negotiate a contract with the most qualified firm for the required services at compensation determined to be fair and reasonable to the Division. Contract negotiations will be directed toward: (1) Clarifying that the firm has an understanding of the scope of the work, specifically, the essential requirements involved in providing the required services; (2) Insuring that the firm will make available the necessary personnel and facilities to perform the services within the required time; and (3) Agreeing to a compensation that is fair and reasonable, taking into account the estimated value, scope, complexity, and nature of the required services.