Section 229-105-03 - Grounds for SuspensionThe Department may suspend a Contractor if the Contractor, its predecessor entity, or a related entity:
A. Defaults or terminates on past or current Contracts;B. Fails to pay or settle any bills for labor, materials or services on past or current Contracts;C. Fails to provide Closeout Documentation in a timely way on past or current Contracts;D. Fails to fulfill warranty obligations of past or current Contracts;E. Engages in "Below Standard" performance as determined by the Department's Contractor's Performance Rating process;F. Is unable to obtain or retain performance or payment bonds meeting the Department's requirements;G. Fails to accept an award of a Contract made by the Department;H. Makes false, deceptive, or misleading statements or omissions, whether or not under oath, on the Contractor's Prequalification Application, in connection with a claim on prior Contracts or in connection with bidding or performance on a Construction Contract;I. Fails to provide information requested by the Department pursuant to this Chapter 105;J. Engages in activity that constitutes grounds for debarment under section 102.02 of the "Rules Regarding Debarment of Contractors", Me. Dept. of Trans. Reg. 17-229, Chap. 102 (Oct. 2, 1985);K. Is debarred or suspended by any federal, state or local governmental procurement agency or agrees to refrain from bidding as part of a settlement with any such agencies.L. Engages in serious misconduct that the Department reasonably determines will substantially and adversely affect the cost, quality or timeliness of Work or the safety of workers or the public.17-229 C.M.R. ch. 105, § 03