On an annual basis, or more or less frequently as needed by the Department, the Director may request SOQs for specified A&E services by statewide announcement as provided in Section 384 of these regulations. This announcement must, at a minimum, include a description of the project or proposed services, a Department contact, and the date, time and location for submission of SOQs. The announcements may also identify the criteria upon which the award will be made. The statewide announcement shall be made through publications of the respective professional societies.