Ep.8 - From Suspension to Termination: The Realities of Grant Noncompliance

08/10/2025 11 min Temporada 2 Episodio 8
Ep.8 - From Suspension to Termination: The Realities of Grant Noncompliance

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In this season finale of Grants Management Experts, Jasmine Markanday wraps up Season 2 with one of the most crucial and often daunting areas of federal grant management: when things go wrong in federal grants.Under 2 CFR 200.339–343, Jasmine explains the federal remedies available when a recipient or subrecipient fails to comply with grant requirements from temporary suspensions to full terminations and how you can protect your organization through proactive compliance, strong internal controls, and effective communication.What You’ll Learn in This Episode  The consequences of non-compliance:How federal agencies can withhold payments, disallow costs, or suspend/terminate awardsThe impact of termination listings in SAM.gov and how it affects future funding opportunities Understanding termination:The three ways termination can occur: by the agency, mutual consent, or by the recipientWhat a termination notice must include reasons, effective dates, and scopeWhy transparency and procedural fairness (2 CFR 200.341–.342) matter in the appeals process The financial impact:What happens to costs incurred during suspension or termination (hint: most are unallowable)The two limited exceptions that may apply How suspension or termination halts your ability to charge costs to the award How to protect your organization: Strengthening internal controls and training staffDocumenting compliance, communication, and corrective actionsUnderstanding your right to object, appeal, and provide evidence before termination decisions are finalKey TakeawaysKnow the risks: Non-compliance can lead to more than disallowed costs; it can result in termination, SAM.gov reporting for five years, and future funding loss.Act quickly: If you receive a notice, respond immediately and explore corrective actions.Prevention is everything: Strong internal controls, policies, and staff training are your best defense.Resources & Links2 CFR 200.339–343: Remedies for Non- ComplianceLearn more at markanday.consultingConnect with UsInstagram: @markandayconsultingLinkedIn: @markandayconsultingIf this episode was helpful, please share it with your colleagues and leave a review to help other grant professionals find the show. That’s a wrap for Season 2! Join Jasmine next season as she continues unpacking practical insights, compliance strategies, and expert guidance to help you stay informed and stay compliant.Quote to Remember: “Grants management isn’t just about going after the money, it's about protecting your organization, the communities you serve, and the trust they’ve placed in you.” - Jasmine Markanday