This project has been tentatively selected and a project statement (request for proposals) is expected to be available on this website. The problem statement below will be the starting point for a panel of experts to develop the project statement.
The objective of this research is to produce a report that provides practical advice and a guidance for public highway and transit agencies and their attorneys in developing, improving, and implementing debarment and suspension programs to protect public funds. This study seeks to develop a comprehensive understanding of the authorization and implementation process for State and local suspension and debarment programs related to highway and transit contracting.