Excluded Party
/ɪkˈskluːdɪd ˈpɑrti/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual or entity barred from participating in a contract, bidding, or other legal transaction due to prior misconduct or legal disqualification.
The government contract was awarded to a firm after the excluded party was disqualified.
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- excluded parties
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Commentary
Often arises in government contracting and compliance contexts where prior violations prevent participation; careful drafting should clearly define criteria for exclusion.
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