§ 503.104-11 - Processing violations or possible violations.

(a)(1) The contracting officer's determination that a reported violation or possible violation of the statutory prohibitions has no impact on the pending award or selection of a source shall be submitted, along with supporting documentation, to the HCA or SES designee for review and concurrence before award of a contract. In addition, the nature and circumstances of the violation or possible violation, together with any supporting documentation, must be referred to the Inspector General in accordance with agency regulations.

(2) The contracting officer's determination that a reported violation or possible violation of the statutory prohibitions has an impact on the pending award or selection of a source must be referred along with all related information available to the HCA, who will:

(i) Refer the matter immediately to the Inspector General.

(ii) Determine the action to be taken on the procurement in accordance with FAR 3.104-11 (b) and (d).

(b) If the HCA or SES designee determines under FAR 3.104-11(f) that there are urgent and compelling circumstances, or that it is otherwise in the Governments interest to award or modify a contract, the HCA or SES designee shall notify the Administrator.