Electronic directory of individuals and organizations that are not permitted to receive federal contracts or assistance from the United States government is known as what?

• A. Excluded Parties List System
• B. Restricted Vendors Registry
• C. Compliance Blacklist
• D. Security Clearance Registry

Answer: (A)

The Excluded Parties List System is the electronic directory of individuals and organizations that are not permitted to receive federal contracts or assistance from the United States government. Federal agencies and prime contractors use it to screen potential awardees and ensure they are not debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded from participation in federal programs. Maintained by the General Services Administration and now integrated with the System for Award Management, this database prevents ineligible parties from obtaining federal work. The other options don’t represent this official directory or refer to unrelated concepts.