(1) The authority may grant:

(a) An extension of time for an information request submission deadline; or

(b) Permission to correct a previously submitted and accepted request.

(2) Extensions:

(a) The manufacturer or subcontractor may request an extension of time for an information request submission deadline or the resubmission of a request due to circumstances beyond their control affecting the manufacturer's or subcontractor's ability to submit the information by the deadline.

(b) The request for an extension must contain a detailed explanation as to the reason the manufacturer or subcontractor is unable to meet the information request deadline.

(c) The manufacturer or subcontractor must submit a request for an extension to the authority at least 10 calendar days before the applicable deadline unless the manufacturer or subcontractor is unable to meet this deadline due to circumstances beyond their control. If unable to meet the deadline, the manufacturer or subcontractor must notify the authority in writing as soon as the manufacturer or subcontractor determines that an extension is necessary.

(d) The authority may approve an extension on a case-by-case basis based on the specific circumstances or other circumstances beyond the control of the manufacturer. The authority provides written notification of an approval or denial to the manufacturer or subcontractor within 15 calendar days from the date the authority receives the request from the manufacturer or subcontractor. If the authority does not approve a request for an extension, the written notification includes the reason for the denial. Only the authority can approve or deny a request for an extension.

(e) The manufacturer or subcontractor may not appeal the authority's decision to deny an extension.