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Debarment report serves as reminder to act with integrity when dealing with the Government

February 15, 2021 By Nancy Cleveland

The Interagency Suspension and Debarment Committee (ISDC) recently released its annual report to Congress regarding suspension and debarment across the federal government in FY 2019.  The report serves as a yearly reminder that while selling to the federal government – the largest purchaser of goods and services in the world – may present tremendous opportunities, it is not without risk or obligation.  As Justice Holmes stated in Rock Island, Arkansas & Louisiana R.R. Co. v. United States, 254 U.S. 141, 143 (1920), people “must turn square corners when they deal with the Government.”  Those that don’t may lose access to the federal marketplace altogether, a loss that can prove fatal to companies that are heavily reliant on government contracts or grants.

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10 recommended steps to take following receipt of a notice of proposed debarment or suspension

January 23, 2020 By Nancy Cleveland

For government contractors, a debarment immediately renders them ineligible for government contracting and, in turn, cuts off revenue, leading to potential irreparable harm.  For individuals facing debarment, the effect is equally as dire, as most government contractors will immediately terminate an employee who has been proposed for debarment, or at a minimum, place the employee on leave pending a resolution.  With such high stakes, those who find themselves in the crosshairs of such proceedings inevitably have questions.  What should I do if I am debarred, and how does debarment affect me?  How will my reputation be impacted by debarment?  What can I do to avoid debarment?  Unfortunately, adequate answers can be difficult to find.

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Examining and dispelling common misconceptions about suspension and debarment

January 10, 2020 By Nancy Cleveland

Contractors are well aware that being suspended or debarred renders them ineligible for federal contracts and subcontracts.  Many contractors may believe that suspension and debarment are not realistic risks for them if they already have a robust ethics and compliance program or strong internal controls.  Nevertheless, the risk of suspension and debarment can crop up suddenly and unexpectedly, such as when misconduct has been concealed or errors have gone undetected.  For this reason, contractors should have a baseline understanding about what to do if they must engage with a Suspending and Debarring Official (“SDO”).  This post explores ten common misconceptions about suspension and debarment, with the aim of helping contractors understand the landscape and respond effectively.

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