# COMAR Title 21 — State Procurement Regulations

## Subtitle 05 — Procurement Methods and Project Delivery Methods

### Chapter 04 — Procurement by Negotiated Award After Unsatisfactory Competitive Sealed Bidding

#### Regulation .03 Discussions.

*COMAR 21.05.04.03*

Discussions may not be conducted with bidders after revised bids have been submitted unless the procurement officer determines that there is compelling need for further negotiation. If there is more than one bidder, any discussions concerning revised specifications or quantities shall be conducted with all responsible bidders. Bidders shall be accorded fair and equal treatment with respect to any discussions.