# Class Deviation 2020-O0014
# Class Deviation 2020-O0014 – Flexibilities for Electronic Delivery of Information Related to Suspensions and Debarments

Status: Active
Date Issued: not specified in memorandum
Signed By: Kim Herrington, Acting Principal Director, Defense Pricing and Contracting
Scope: Debarring and suspending officials across all DoD components listed as addressees
Authority: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 9.406-3(c) and (e) and 9.407-3(c) and (d)(4); DFARS Appendix H-101, H-103, H-104

## Summary

In response to COVID-19, debarring and suspending officials may deliver notices of proposed debarment or suspension and related decisions to contractors via certified mail, return receipt requested, or electronically by email and secure file exchange. Initial notices sent electronically must include copies of the record forming the basis for the decision and instructions for contractors to present matters in opposition. Contractors may respond in writing by mail or email, in person or through a representative and, where appropriate, by telephone or video-teleconference.

## Required Contracting Officer Actions

1. Debarring and suspending officials may provide notices of proposed debarment or suspension and related decisions via certified mail, return receipt requested, or electronically via email and/or secure file exchange service.
2. Initial notices of suspension or proposed debarment sent via email must make available copies of the record that formed the basis for the decision, as required by DFARS Appendix H-101.
3. Include instructions for contractors to present matters in opposition or relevant evidence either in writing by mail or email, in person or through a representative and, as deemed appropriate, via telephone or video-teleconference.

## Notes

Duration: This class deviation remains in effect until rescinded.

Point of Contact: Questions may be directed to Mr. Jeff Grover at 703-697-9352 or jeffrey.c.grover.civ@mail.mil.

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Generated: 2026-03-20
Memorandum: https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/policy/policyvault/USA000802-20-DPC.pdf