13 Business Credit and Assistance 1 2006-01-01 2006-01-01 false When may the suspending official issue a suspension? 145.700 Section 145.700 Business Credit and Assistance SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION GOVERNMENTWIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT) Suspension
§ 145.700 When may the suspending official issue a suspension?

Suspension is a serious action. Using the procedures of this subpart and subpart F of this part, the suspending official may impose suspension only when that official determines that—

(a) There exists an indictment for, or other adequate evidence to suspect, an offense listed under § 145.800(a), or

(b) There exists adequate evidence to suspect any other cause for debarment listed under § 145.800(b) through (d); and

(c) Immediate action is necessary to protect the public interest.