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A. A contractor or prospective contractor that has been notified of a proposed debarment action may request in writing that a hearing be held. The Chief Procurement Officer must receive such request within 10 days of receipt of notice of the proposed action. If no request is received within the 10-day period, the Chief Procurement Officer, in compliance with this section, may make a final determination.

B. If a hearing is requested pursuant to subsection (A) of this section, the Chief Procurement Officer may appoint a Hearing Officer to conduct the hearing and recommend a final decision. Otherwise, the Chief Procurement Officer shall act as the Hearing Officer. The Hearing Officer shall send a written notice of the time and place of the hearing. Such notice shall be by personal service or by certified mail, and shall state the nature and purpose of the proceedings. The Hearing Officer has the full power to conduct the hearing as the Hearing Officer believes appropriate in accordance with applicable due process requirements including the power and ability to regulate the course of the hearing and conduct of all participants and to administer oaths or affirmations. (Ord. 2002-29 § 36, 2002. 2004 Code § 16.60.030.)