49 Transportation 1 2007-10-01 2007-10-01 false When may the suspending official issue a suspension? 29.700 Section 29.700 Transportation Office of the Secretary of Transportation GOVERNMENTWIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT) Suspension
§ 29.700 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 § 29.800(a), or

(b) There exists adequate evidence to suspect any other cause for debarment listed under § 29.800(b) through (d); and

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