An attempt by a bidder, offeror, or contractor to conduct an electronic procurement transaction may not be considered by the procurement officer unless law, regulation, the solicitation, or contract specifically authorizes the electronic means for the specified transaction. An attempt by a bidder, offeror, or contractor to conduct a transaction by electronic means, including any acknowledgement, bid, proposal, or claim, does not satisfy the requirements of this title unless the solicitation or contract specifically authorizes the use of electronic means for the specified transaction.