Can firms be debarred or suspended from Commission purchases?

November 3, 2023

Yes. Causes for debarment include certain convictions for offenses related to business actions, serious violations of contract provisions, violation of the Commission’s ethical standards for procurement, violation of the Commission’s Anti-Discrimination Program or debarment by another governmental entity for causes listed above. Debarment may be for a period of up to three years. The Commission has debarment review and appeal procedures in place. The Commission will provide reasonable notice to the firm or individual involved and reasonable opportunity for the firm or individual to be heard. For more information please call (301) 454-1609.

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Celebrate fall at Montgomery Parks’ Harvest Festival

September 23, 2026

Wheaton, Md. – Celebrate autumn traditions at Montgomery Parks‘ annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood. The family-friendly festival features hayrides, historic crafts, live entertainment, and hands-on activities that bring Montgomery County’s agricultural heritage to…

Brookside Gardens Children’s Day returns September 19 with free activities and live entertainment

September 14, 2026

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks invites families to experience the wonders of nature during Children’s Day at Brookside Gardens on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of Brookside Gardens, the free annual…

Montgomery Planning receives $100,000 state grant to advance streetscape improvements in Damascus

September 11, 2026

WHEATON, Md. – The Montgomery County Planning Department, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC),has been awarded a $100,000 Maryland Department of General Services FY27 Capital Grant to develop a streetscape improvement plan for downtown Damascus, a…