2 CFR § 180.300 OMB Guidelines to Agencies on Government-Wide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement)

§ 180.300 What must I do before I enter into a covered transaction with another person at the next lower tier?

Current through Aug 17, 2026 · Read all of Part 180

⚠ 1 pending change to Part 180

When you enter into a covered transaction with another person at the next lower tier, you must verify that the person with whom you intend to do business is not excluded or disqualified. You do this by:

(a) Checking SAM.gov Exclusions; or

(b) Collecting a certification from that person; or

(c) Adding a clause or condition to the covered transaction with that person.

← § 180.225 How do I know if a transaction in which I may participate is a covered transaction?§ 180.305 May I enter into a covered transaction with an excluded or disqualified person? →