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Is the Agency still issuing notices of suspension, notices of proposed debarment, or taking other suspension and debarment (S&D) actions?

Yes, S&D actions are still being processed and exclusions will continue to be imposed to contractors and participants who present an unacceptable risk to federal procurement and assistance programs. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 9.4 and 2 CFR §180 authorize the transmission of S&D notices by FAX or email. If no FAX number or email address is available for a respondent, notices will be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested.

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