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DISID shall act and function as the certification authority for this Article.

(a) Any certification granted pursuant hereto may be terminated by DISID if DISID determines that the vending facility is not being operated in accordance with prescribed rules. A notice shall be provided to the Department of Revenue and Taxation to enforce the cessation of activities at that public building or public facility.

(b) In order to promote the employment and self- sufficiency of individuals with significant disabilities on Guam, government agencies shall, upon the request of DISID, give preference to a licensee in the operation of vending facilities in public buildings or public facilities. Space for the vending facility shall be provided without charge.

(c) DISID shall notify all certified vendors, in writing or appropriate alternative format to communicate with individuals with significant disabilities, of the availability of vending facilities in this program. Such notice shall include, but not be limited to, a description of the type of facility, its characteristics and its geographic location; the type of building in which the facility is located; the date of availability; the business telephone number of the current operator, when applicable; and the availability of public transportation. The notice shall contain a deadline for responses, which is no less than fourteen (14) days after issuance.

(d) DISID shall work with the University of Guam’s Small Business Development Center, existing Co-op programs, school-to-work programs or other community rehabilitation programs to assist in the development of a small business plan to allow for growth and funding for the vending facility.

(e) DISID shall work with on-Guam and off-Guam support networks or training center entities available to individuals with disabilities to ensure delivery of training in a timely manner.