(a) Prior to proceeding with a major information technology project, an agency shall submit a project proposal, outlining the business need for the project, the proposed technology solution, if known, and an explanation of how the project will support the agency's business objective and the state's strategic plan for information technology. The project manager may require the submission of additional information as needed to adequately review any proposal.

(b) The proposal will further include:

(1) A detailed business case plan, including a cost-benefit analysis;

(2) A business process analysis, if applicable;

(3) System requirements, if known;

(4) A proposed development plan and project management structure;

(5) Business goals and measurement criteria, as appropriate; and

(6) A proposed resource or funding plan.

(c) The project manager assigned to review the project development proposal shall recommend its approval or rejection to the Chief Technology Officer. If the Chief Technology Officer approves the proposal, then he or she shall notify the agency of its approval.

(d) Whenever an agency has received approval from the Chief Technology Officer to proceed with the development and acquisition of a major information technology project, the Chief Technology Officer shall establish a steering committee.

(e) The steering committee shall provide ongoing oversight for the major information technology project and have the authority to approve or reject any changes to the project's scope, schedule or budget.

(f) The Chief Technology Officer shall ensure that the major information technology project has in place adequate project management and oversight structures for addressing the project's scope, schedule or budget and shall address issues that cannot be resolved by the steering committee.