# State Finance and Procurement (GSF)

## Title 16. Suspension and Debarment of Contractors

### Subtitle 3

#### Section 16-309

(a) If a person or business is debarred or suspended based on an offense listed in Sec. 16-202 of this title, the person or business may not be considered for the award of, be awarded, or perform, directly or indirectly, a contract with a public body during the time period of debarment or suspension.

(b) If a person or business is debarred or suspended based on an offense listed in Sec. 16-203 of this title, the person or business may not be considered for the award of, be awarded, or perform, directly or indirectly, a contract with the State during the time period of debarment or suspension.

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Md. Code Ann., State Fin. & Proc. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)