(a) The HCA is the individual to determine whether a Gratuities clause violation has occurred. If the HCA has been personally and substantially involved in the specific procurement, the advice of Government legal counsel should be sought to determine whether an alternate decision maker should be designated.
(b) The COCO shall ensure that the hearing procedures required by (FAR) 48 CFR 3.204(b) are afforded to the contractor. Government legal counsel shall be consulted regarding the appropriateness of the hearing procedures that are established.
(c) If the HCA determines that the alleged gratuities violation occurred during the "conduct of an agency procurement" the COCO shall consult with Government legal counsel regarding appropriate action.
