Suspension and debarment

If a business breaks state laws or doesn’t follow its contract obligations, it might not be able to do business with King County for up to two years. This means the business can’t sign contracts with the county or work as a subcontractor or subconsultant.

If there is a good reason to block a business, the County Executive can suspend it for up to six months while a group called Debarment Committee reviews the case. This committee holds hearings to decide if the business should be banned (debarred) from working with King County. Debarment can last up to two years.

For more details about King County’s rules on suspension and debarment, see CON-7-20 (PR) and KCC 2.93.170.

Businesses that have been debarred will be listed in the table below.