In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Appellant” means the contractor appealing a final action of an agency. “File” means receipt in the offices of the Appeals Board. “Party” means either the appellant or respondent. “Pleading” means the complaint, answer, all amendments and supplements thereto, and motions. “Respondent” means the State agency which issued the contract in dispute. “Submit” means receipt in the offices of the Appeals Board.