1. a) In all actions suspending or debarring a Bidder, the Bidder will be required to submit a written statement as required above. After investigation of the allegations, the Director of Purchasing will issue a written final decision.
2. b) In all other procurement actions, such as contract interpretation or termination, bid procedures, specifications or evaluations, the Bidder will be required to submit a written statement as required above. The Director of Purchasing will investigate the allegations and will issue a final written decision.

The Director of Purchasing shall immediately investigate the allegations against the procurement action. The nature of the allegations will determine the investigative procedure utilized: