- (1) The Committee of Blind Vendors shall be granted consideration in major administrative decisions, including, but not limited to, funds expended from those levied against licensed blind managers or received in commissions from unassigned locations. This includes making recommendations on the purchase of certain goods and services. When using non- appropriated funds, the department may abide by the recommendations of the Committee of Blind Vendors without the necessity of soliciting written bids provided the Committee considers cost when making its recommendation.
Authority: T.C.A §§ 4-5-201 et seq., 49-11-601 et seq., 71-1-104; 71-1-105(12), 71-4-603, and 71-4- 604(c); 34 C.F.R. § 395 et seq. and 34 C.F.R. § 395.14. Administrative History: Original rule filed April 9, 2007; effective June 23, 2007.