This part applies to you if you are -
(a) A participant or principal in a “covered transaction” (see subpart B of this part and the definition of “nonprocurement transaction” in § 180.970 of this title).
(b) A respondent in a suspension or debarment action of the Department.
(c) An ED deciding official; or
(d) An ED officer authorized to enter into any type of nonprocurement transaction that is a covered transaction.