3203.1 The contracting officer shall provide a reasonable time for prospective bidders to prepare and submit bids in all IFB's, consistent with the needs of the University, but in no event less than the thirty (30) days required for public notice under §3202.

3203.2 When establishing a reasonable bidding time, the contracting officer shall consider the following factors:

1. (a) The degree of urgency of the need for the procurement;
2. (b) The complexity of the procurement requirements;
3. (c) The anticipated extent of subcontracting; and
4. (d) The normal mailing time for both invitations and bids.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 39 DCR 2566 (April 10, 1992).