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If the contract being protested has not been awarded, upon the timely filing of a protest and appeal under these procedures, the department shall not proceed further with the solicitation or award of the contract unless the chief financial officer, in consultation with the appropriate executive management staff, makes a written determination that the award of the contract without delay is necessary to protect substantial interests of the State of Texas.