Scope and policy

Scope and policy. (1) Scope of chapter. This chapter: (a) Prescribes certain policies and procedures governing the debarment and suspension of contractors from contracts involving the Wisconsin department of transportation. (b) Provides for the listing of debarred contractors, of suspended contractors and of contractors declared ineligible for department contracts. (c) Sets forth the treatment accorded contractors listed as debarred, suspended, or ineligible. (2) Policy. (a) The department shall solicit bids from, award contracts to and approve subcontracts with only responsible business concerns and individuals. Debarment and suspension are appropriate means to effectuate this policy. (b) Debarment and suspension are serious actions imposed only to protect the public interest, not for punishment.