Wyo. Code R. 053-0023-5
Vocational Rehabilitation - General
Chapter 5: Business Enterprise Program
Effective Date: 08/10/2010 to Current
Rule Type: Current Rules & Regulations
Reference Number: 053.0023.5.08102010
(a) The Business Enterprise Program (BEP) is a program established by the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) to create employment opportunities for eligible DVR clients by establishing small businesses on state owned public property. The BEP is also responsible for the administration of Wyoming Statutes 9-2111(a)(iv)(vii) and (viii), regarding the creation, bidding out and contracting of all vending machine sites on State owned public property.
(a) Identifying Vending Machine Locations. BEP, in cooperation with the administrator or governing body of a vending machine site shall identify locations on the vending machine site where vending machines may be installed and operated.
(b) Types of Vending Services. BEP, in cooperation with the administrator or governing body of a vending machine site, shall determine the type of vending service to be installed and operated at each vending machine's location.
(c) Utility Services for Vending Machines. Neither DVR, nor BEP shall be responsible for providing floor space, remodeling costs or utility services for vending machines.
(d) Request for Bid Proposals. BEP shall solicit bid proposals for the installation and servicing of vending machines at vending machine sites, through the Department of Administration and Information, Procurement Services Division.
(e) Awarding Vending Contracts. BEP shall review and score all submitted bid proposals and award the vending contract to the bidder receiving the highest bid proposal score.
(f) Tie Bid Proposals. In the event two or more bid proposals tie for the vending contract, tie proposers shall submit a second written bid proposal. The vending contract shall be awarded to the bidder who offers the highest commission rate.
(g) Vending Machine Commissions. Commissions from vending machines on State owned public property shall be paid to BEP on at least a quarterly basis.
(h) Use of Commissions from Vending Machines not in Direct Competition. Commissions from vending machines on State owned public properties which are not in direct competition with a BEP small business shall be used for:
(i) BEP administrative expenses;
(ii) purchasing of initial equipment, stocks, and supplies for starting new (iii) BEP small businesses; (iv) maintenance of equipment; and (v) purchasing replacement equipment.