1. A. If a controversy cannot be resolved by mutual agreement, the district representative shall issue a written decision within no more than 60 days from receipt of the contractor’s written request for a decision. Before issuing a written decision, the district representative shall review the facts pertinent to the claim and secure any necessary assistance from legal, fiscal, and other advisors.

2. B. Decision of the district representative. The district representative shall furnish a copy of the decision to the contractor by any method that provides evidence of receipt. The decision shall include:

   1. 1. A description of the claim;
   2. 2. A reference to the pertinent contract provision;
   3. 3. A statement of the factual areas of agreement or disagreement;
   4. 4. A statement of the district representative’s decision, with supporting rationale; and

   5. 5. A paragraph substantially as follows:

      “This is the decision of the district representative of the _____________ School District. This decision may be appealed to a hearing officer. If you appeal, you must file a written notice of appeal with the district representative within 30 days from the date of decision.”

Historical Note

Adopted effective December 17, 1987 (Supp. 87-4). Amended by final rulemaking at 6 A.A.R. 3750, effective September 8, 2000 (Supp. 00-4). Section amended by final exempt rulemaking at 21 A.A.R. 1525, effective July 1, 2014 (Supp. 15-3); effective year corrected in Supp. 18-2. Amended by final exempt rulemaking at 26 A.A.R. 597, effective July 1, 2020 (Supp. 20-1).