Protest Procedures.docx

The document outlines the procedures for protesting decisions or intended decisions made by the City Council regarding bids or proposals. It specifies the time limits and forms of protest, including submitting a written notice of intent to protest within specific timeframes. A formal written protest must be filed within a set period after the initial notice of intent, accompanied by a bond. If the protest is not resolved, it may be referred to a hearing officer or administrative law judge for a hearing and a recommended order. The document also addresses the stay of action on bid solicitations or contract awards upon receiving a formal protest. If a protest is upheld, the protesting party may recover reasonable costs but not lost profits or attorney's fees.