Section 8.5730  Notice of Hearing

a)         Notice that a hearing will be held as necessary to receive testimony or written comments regarding the subject matter identified in the notice will be published in the Bulletin.  The hearing notice shall be published in the Bulletin as soon as practicable and in accordance with any statutory requirements.

b)         The hearing may be held as soon as the end of the notice period.  The notice shall contain the following information and may describe more than one matter to be considered at the same hearing:

1)         The name of the affected parties (e.g., State agency and vendor);

2)         A description of the subject matter;

3)         A justification for the action under review;

4)         Requirements for testifying or submitting written comments;

5)         Hearing contact information;

6)         The date, time and location of the hearing;

7)         A statement that all written comments and oral testimony shall be considered public record and open to review by the public;

8)         A statement of, or reference to, this hearing procedure.