12 Miss. Code. R. 6-6.102.02.1

Current through October 31, 2024

Section 12-6-6.102.02.1 - Initiation

After consultation with the affected using agency, the Attorney General, and, where practicable, the contractor or prospective contractor who is to be suspended, and upon written determination by the Chief Procurement Officer or the head of a purchasing agency that probable cause exists for debarment as set forth in Section 6.102, Authority to Debar or Suspend, a contractor or prospective contractor shall be suspended. A notice of suspension, including a copy of such determination, shall be sent to the suspended contractor or prospective contractor. Such notice shall state that:

(a) the suspension is for the period it takes to complete an investigation into possible debarment including any appeals of a debarment decision but not for a period in excess of three months;

(b) bids or proposals will not be solicited from the suspended person, and, if they are received, they will not be considered during the period of suspension; and

(c) if a hearing has not been held, the suspended person may request a hearing in accordance with Section 6.102.04, Request for Hearing.

12 Miss. Code. R. 6-6.102.02.1

Amended 1/1/2018