Section 6.500  Policy

In order to protect the public interest in the solicitation, execution and performance of contracts or subcontracts administered by the Department, it is the policy of the Department to conduct business only with contractors or subcontractors of responsible business integrity and honesty.  Suspension is a discretionary action imposed in accordance with this Part to serve the public interest and to implement this policy.  It may be imposed only for the causes and in accordance with the procedures set forth in this Subpart.

(Source:  Amended at 35 Ill. Reg. 16518, effective September 30, 2011)