Chapter 2 – Fiscal Management

22060.7 Selection of Architects or Engineers

• After expiration of the period stated in the publications, the Secretary or designee shall evaluate statements of qualifications and performance data submitted by interested firms and on file in the Department. The Secretary or designee shall conduct discussions with no less than three firms regarding anticipated concepts and the relative utility of alternative methods of approach for furnishing the required service. From the firms with which the Secretary or designee holds discussions, the Secretary or designee shall select no less than three, in order of preference, based upon the established criteria, whom the Secretary or designee deems to be the most highly qualified to provide the services required. In the event there are fewer than three qualifying submittals, the Secretary or designee will make a finding as to whether it is in the best interest of the State to proceed or re-advertise.