Informal adjudication proceedings for nonprocurement-related suspension and debarment pursuant to CNCS's regulations adopting OMB Guidance setting forth procedural minima. (2 CFR Parts 180 & 2200). CNCS's regulations do not separately designate or define "debarring official" or "suspending official" beyond OMB Guidance. Accordingly, as specified in the incorporated OMB guidelines,the default is for the agency head, or his/her designee, to serve as the suspending or debarring official. (2 CFR 180.930, 180.1010.)
While certain procedures are set out by regulation, the suspending or debarring official may use flexible procedures to allow respondents to oppose the agency's action. The adjudication process is intended to proceed on an expeditious basis. Respondents have 30 days to contest a Notice of Suspension or Notice of Proposed Debarment.