A SLBE firm whose petition for reinstatement after graduating or being terminated is dismissed or denied by the SLMBE Office may ask the Office to reconsider its decision within 20 business days thereof, or may file an appeal with the Chief Procurement Officer within 30 business days of the last action taken by the SLMBE Office regarding its petition. The Chief Procurement Officer shall respond within 60 calendar days of the receipt of the notice of appeal. The decision shall be issued by the Chief Procurement Officer and shall constitute the final decision of the Commission. (REG-PROC-SD-2017-005 § VI(D))